Israel's largest labor federation said Monday it will not heed hostage families' calls for a general strike next Sunday to protest the government's plan to take over Gaza, but will support workers who wish to join demonstrations.

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.