Main content

General strike begins in Israel

It follows the killing of six hostages in Gaza by Hamas. Many in Israel hold the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible for their deaths.

Protestors have taken to the streets in Israel following the deaths of six hostages held by Hamas and growing anger at the government's failure to secure a deal to bring captives home. The country's largest union has called for a general strike today, to put pressure on the government.

In Germany the far-right party Alternative for Germany has achieved success in regional elections, with more votes than any other group in Thuringia.

The Paralympic games continue in Paris. We'll have all the latest results, plus the Nigerian Paralympian making a name for herself as a power lifter.

11 days left to listen

50 minutes

Last on

Mon 2 Sep 2024 06:06GMT

Broadcast

  • Mon 2 Sep 2024 06:06GMT