Police in Israel have arrested at least 38 people protesting for the release of remaining hostages held by Hamas and demanding a ceasefire in the war in Gaza.
Striking protesters blocked traffic and closed businesses, weeks after militant groups released videos of hostages and the Israeli government announced plans for a new offensive in Gaza.
The so-called “day of stoppage” was organized by two groups representing some of the families of hostages and bereaved families.
Demonstrations were staged outside politicians’ homes, military headquarters and on major roads.
Gathering throughout the country, protesters chanted: “We don’t win a war over the bodies of hostages.”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his plan to take over Gaza City on August 8, as well as confirming he "intends to" take over the whole Gaza Strip.
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