Summary
A general strike took place in the West Bank after Israel passed a law allowing the death penalty for Palestinians. This law has received criticism from various international groups.
Key Facts
- Israel passed a law enforcing the death penalty that applies only to Palestinians.
- The new law caused widespread protests and a general strike in the occupied West Bank.
- Many international organizations have condemned the new law.
- The law does not apply to Israelis, only targeting Palestinians.
- The strikes disrupted daily life in the West Bank as many businesses and services closed.
