Netanyahu says Ben-Gurion Airport strike that caused hours-long chaos aimed to harm Likud and boost opponents
Netanyahu filed a petition on Friday seeking to oust the aviation union's chief, alleging that the shutdown – whose effects were still being felt Friday – was intended to harm Transportation Minister Regev and himself. The strike is estimated to have caused up to $9 million in damages
A strike at Ben-Gurion International Airport caused significant disruptions, with flights delayed or cancelled. According to Etihad Airways, some of its services to and from Tel Aviv were affected, with one flight cancelled and others delayed or operating with limited passengers.
The Israeli Prime Minister, Netanyahu, has alleged that the strike was intended to harm him and Transportation Minister Regev. He has filed a petition to oust the aviation union's chief.
The strike is estimated to have caused up to $9 million in damages, according to Haaretz.
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