RAMALLAH, October 7, 2023 (WAFA) – An inclusive general strike swept across the West Bank today in protest of the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Gaza and the West Bank. This aggression has so far resulted in the tragic loss of over 232 lives and left more than 1,700 people injured, with 20 in critical condition.

The strike, called for by the Palestinian national and Islamic forces, paralyzed all aspects of life, with universities, banks, and commercial businesses shut down. It comes in response to the widespread calls from our people for escalation of the resistance against the Israeli occupation in all arenas, defending the rights of the Palestinian people to freedom, statehood, and independence.

This demonstration of unity and solidarity across the West Bank sends a powerful message that the Palestinian people will not stand idly by in the face of continued Israeli aggression.

In its latest update last night, the Ministry of Health said the death toll of the ongoing brutal Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip had risen to 232, with 1,697 others injured, since early today morning. In addition, at least seven Palestinians were killed by Israeli occupation forces in ensuing confrontations in the West Bank.

MoH said its medical teams across the besieged Gaza Strip are working tirelessly to save dozens of critical and severe cases in operating rooms and intensive care units. An emergency plan has also been put in place and the highest level of emergency has been declared in all healthcare facilities and ambulance units, added the statement.

The Ministry of Health pointed out that its readiness remains limited due to the ongoing Israeli blockade, which has led to a severe shortage of medicines and medical supplies.