A general strike in Jerusalem in response to the call to reject the war on Gaza and demand the lifting of the siege
A general strike spread throughout the city of Jerusalem in response to calls by national and Islamic forces, rejecting the Israeli massacres and the ongoing war of extermination in the Gaza Strip.
Daily life in the city was virtually nonexistent; schools and shops were closed, transportation was halted in many towns, and the city's main streets and neighborhoods were empty of people.
Jerusalem residents emphasized that their message through this strike was to make their voice heard to the world, demanding an end to the war of extermination in the Gaza Strip, which has continued for 15 months and targeted people, trees, and stones. They also demanded an end to the daily massacres that have escalated since the resumption of war in the Strip 21 days ago, as well as the lifting of the blockade imposed on Gaza and the entry of essential supplies to the residents, such as food, drink, tents, and clothing.
The Jerusalemites emphasized that their message goes beyond simply rejecting the ongoing aggression, but also calls on the international community to stand firmly against Israeli crimes. They considered the strike a means of pressuring the occupation and making their voices heard worldwide. They called for swift intervention to halt this war, end the tragedy of the Palestinian people in Gaza, and protect human rights in the region.
