"Protests and Strikes Paralyze Israel Over Netanyahu's Judicial Overhaul"

Hundreds of thousands of Israelis went on a general strike to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plans to overhaul the country's judicial system, which would limit judges' powers and threaten the independence of the Supreme Court. The strike paralyzed the country, with ports and airports shutting down and major brands like McDonald's closing their doors. The protests have faced stiff opposition, with Israelis regularly taking to the streets to demonstrate. Netanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, who became the first member of his Likud Party to speak out against the changes, leading to further unrest.