02 Sep 2024 | 11:38 AM UTC
Israel: Court orders cessation of strike the afternoon of Sept 2; associated protests ongoing /update 1
Court orders cessation of nationwide strike in Israel, Sept 2; associated protests remain ongoing. Increased security, clashes possible.
The General Organization of Workers in Israel, Histadrut, announced it will comply with a court order requiring its ongoing strike to end by 14:30 Sept. 2. The strike was initially called to pressure the Israeli government to sign a deal with Hamas to release the remaining hostages in the Gaza Strip.
Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which was impacted by the strike earlier in the day, has resumed operations.
Protests across Israel, including in Tel Aviv, remain ongoing in support of the strike and, more broadly, its aim to pressure the government to sign a deal with Hamas. Additional protests are almost certain elsewhere in the country through at least the evening of Sept. 2 and possibly the early hours of Sept. 3.
Transport and business disruptions are likely nationwide on Sept. 2 and may continue into the morning hours of Sept. 3. Lingering disruptions to schools, banks, and government offices are likely even after the strike action concludes. Heightened security is probable near all demonstrations. Confrontations, potentially escalating to clashes, between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Plan for significant disruptions to business, transport, and public service operations through at least early Sept. 3. Due to the potential for violence, avoid any demonstrations that may materialize. Confirm the availability of transport and allow additional time to reach destinations. Plan for increased security and localized transport disruptions near demonstrations. Follow all police instructions. In light of the ongoing conflict and regional tensions in the region, consider avoiding nonessential travel to Israel until the situation stabilizes.
