Israel's largest labor federation said on Monday it would not call a general strike on Sunday in protest of the government's plan to take over Gaza, following a meeting with families of hostages held there and bereaved families, vowing instead to support workers who "strengthen the families and support the fight for the hostages' return."

Relatives of Israelis Held Hostage in Gaza Urged Israelis and Business Leaders to 'Halt Everything' and Warned That Silence Is 'Deadly' as the Security Cabinet Moves to Take…

Families of hostages and fallen soldiers have called for a nationwide strike on Sunday, August 17, demanding a halt to the war to save hostages and soldiers.