A nationwide strike gripped Israel on Monday as part of a wider protest against the perceived failure of the government to return hostages taken by Hamas in the 7 October attacks.
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00:00Israel was disrupted by strikes protesting the government's failure to return hostages taken by Hamas.
00:07The strike came after hundreds of thousands poured into the streets after six hostages were found dead in Gaza.
00:14However, it was ignored in some areas like Jerusalem, reflecting deep political division.
00:19A labor court ruled the strike must end, accepting a petition from the government saying it was politically motivated.
00:26The head of Israel's largest trade union said it would abide by the decision and instructed members to return to work.