"Global Strikes Erupt in Solidarity for Gaza and Palestine"
Palestinian activists and social media influencers have called for a global strike in support of a ceasefire in Gaza, following the U.N.'s failure to pass a resolution. The strike aims to halt all economic activity and has gained support from Palestinians across various political factions. Commercial activity in the West Bank and East Jerusalem has shut down, and the Lebanese government has announced the closure of all government offices and institutions. The strike has also garnered international support, with protests and store closures in New York, Manchester, and Istanbul. While some activists plan to continue striking, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations has stated that Washington will not support a ceasefire, citing concerns about strengthening Hamas.
