Israeli court rules general strike over Gaza hostage deaths must end

Thousands of Israelis had poured into the streets late on Sunday in a show of grief and anger after six hostages were found dead in Gaza

Protesters in Tel Aviv have called for a deal leading to the immediate release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip by Hamas Picture: AP

An Israeli labour court has ruled that a general strike called over the Gaza hostage crisis must end.

The court sided with the government in its ruling on Monday, saying the strike was politically motivated and must end by 2.30pm local time.