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Italian workers’ strike in solidarity with Gaza brings disruptions across the country
- On September 22, 2025, tens of thousands protested across Italian cities including Rome, Milan, and Genoa, demanding sanctions on Israel and denouncing the Gaza genocide.
- The protests and strikes followed calls from unions to oppose the ongoing Israeli military campaign in Gaza, amid rising deaths since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on southern Israel.
- In addition to street demonstrations, dockworkers blockaded ports in Genoa and Livorno to prevent Italy becoming a transit point for arms to Israel, while transport and schools faced widespread disruption.
- Federica Casino, a 52-year-old worker, protested with students calling for Italy to come to a standstill, stating, "Italy talks but does nothing," while surveys show nearly 64% of Italians view Gaza's humanitarian crisis as very serious.
- Italy's right-wing government, led by Giorgia Meloni, condemned Israel's actions but will not recognize a Palestinian state for now and shows reluctance toward EU sanctions, reflecting a cautious stance amid coalition unease.
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How Italy’s Workers Shut Their Country Down for Gaza
Niccolò Barca Hundreds of thousands blocked ports and roadways to demand an end to military collaboration with Israel. The post How Italy’s Workers Shut Their Country Down For Gaza appeared first on The Nation.
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A general strike swept across Italy on Thursday, with demonstrations in dozens of cities calling on the government to act against the war in Gaza and growing violence in the West Bank.
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der Standard DEIn Italy, one of the largest pro-Palestine demos in Europe came on Monday. Demonstrators throughout the country demanded a tougher line of government
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