Israeli port workers start strike

The general strike started on Sunday morning after overnight talks between authorities and the workers’ union failed to reach an agreement.

The workers have brought up for a variety of demands, including a pay increase and the establishment of a central pension fund.

Authorities said that it is not clear why the committees have chosen to strike at this time and described some of the demands “unrealistic.”

The strike could cause major damage to the economy as well as Israeli importers and exporters.

The Finance Ministry has accused the port workers’ union of attempting to extort a salary increase.

Earlier this month, the Israel railways union announced a strike, freezing the country’s train service.

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