Rome: Italys largest labour union, yesterday launched a nationwide strike, to protest Israels military actions in the Gaza Strip, and express support for the Palestinian people.
According to Nam News Network, 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. Rallies and public assemblies were held in Rome, Milan, Turin, Livorno and Catania, according to the organisers.
Similar actions have taken place in Italy in recent weeks. On Sept 18, dockworkers and local authorities in the Adriatic port city of Ravenna blocked two trucks, suspected of carrying weapons bound for Israel from entering the docks. Ravenna Mayor, Alessandro Barattoni, said, the request to deny access came from his office, in coordination with provincial and regional authorities, and was approved by the port authority.
