Judge Orders Temporary Halt to University of California Academic Workers’ Strike Against Israel
Thousands of academic workers at the University of California have been ordered by a state judge to temporarily cease their weekslong strike against Israel over the conflict in Gaza.
Why It Matters
The halt to the strike ensures the protection of students’ education and the continuity of critical research projects at UC campuses. The order emphasizes the importance of focusing on academic activities to benefit students and the larger university community.
Details
Orange County Superior Court Judge Randall J. Sherman issued the emergency restraining order after UC lawyers highlighted the potential irreversible harm to students nearing their finals. The university system had sued United Auto Workers Local 4811 despite both sides having competing unfair practice labor claims pending. The strike, which started on May 20, has significantly expanded to multiple UC campuses.
Melissa Matella, Associate Vice President for Labor Relations, expressed gratitude for the order, noting it prevented setbacks to students’ learning and potential stalls in critical research projects.
Sirens Sound in Safed, Northern Golan Heights Due to Suspected Rocket and Drone Attacks
Incoming rocket sirens were activated in Safed and nearby areas in the Golan Heights due to suspected rocket and drone attacks, alerting residents to potential threats from hostile aircraft.
Why It Matters
These sirens highlight the ongoing security threats Israel faces from hostile actors and the importance of readiness and awareness in protecting Israeli communities.
Security Measures Boosted at White House Ahead of Protest Against Israel for Responding to Oct. 7
Activists demanding an end to the conflict in Gaza and American support for Israel are planning to surround the White House, prompting additional security measures including anti-scale fencing. This follows a history of protests against the US’s pro-Israel stance.
Why It Matters
It underscores the international dimension of Israel’s security challenges and highlights the pivotal support Israel receives from the United States amidst various global pressures.
The US administration continues to face activism that challenges its foreign policy, emphasizing the contentious nature of its support for Israel.
Rocket Sirens Sound in Several Western Galilee Towns
Incoming rocket alert sirens were activated in several towns in Western Galilee near Israel’s border with Lebanon.
Why It Matters
This incident underscores the persistent security challenges Israel faces along its northern border, emphasizing the need for vigilance and robust defense strategies to protect civilians.
This story was first published on timesofisrael.com.