Italy's largest union stages nationwide strike in solidarity with Palestinians


  • World
  • Saturday, 20 Sep 2025

ROME, Sept. 19 (Xinhua) -- Italy's largest labor union on Friday launched a nationwide strike to protest Israel's military actions in the Gaza Strip and express support for the Palestinian people.

The Italian General Confederation of Labour (CGIL) called for a four-hour work stoppage across all economic sectors, with the exception of essential services such as transport and social welfare.

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