Norwegian Workers Hold Walkouts in Solidarity with Palestine

Nationwide Strike for Palestine

Thousands of workers across Norway left workplaces on Thursday in a coordinated two-hour political strike to show solidarity with Palestine. The action was one of the largest displays of labor support for the Palestinian cause in the country’s recent history.

Union and Worker Participation

Several trade unions organized and supported the strike, urging the Norwegian government to take a stronger stance against the ongoing violence in Gaza. Participants included workers from various sectors, from transport and education to healthcare and public services.

Protest Demands and Messages

Through the walkouts, unions demanded an immediate ceasefire, an end to the blockade of Gaza, and a halt to arms trade with Israel. Protesters also called for Norway to recognize Palestine as an independent state.

“We cannot stay silent while civilians are suffering,” declared one organizer during a rally held in Oslo.

Peaceful Demonstrations

Rallies took place in major cities such as Oslo, Bergen, and Trondheim, with participants waving Palestinian flags and holding banners calling for peace and justice. Despite the political tension surrounding the issue, demonstrations remained peaceful and well-coordinated.

Author’s summary: Norwegian workers across multiple sectors staged a two-hour nationwide strike demanding justice for Palestine and stronger government action toward ending the Gaza conflict.

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Socialist Worker Socialist Worker — 2025-11-28

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