# International port workers strike action > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/international-port-workers-strike-action > Updated: 2026-11-01T17:52:05.000Z. Sources: 104. Developments: 4. Dock and port workers across more than 100 ports in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas launched a coordinated international day of action on October 30. The mobilization, involving more than 25 trade unions, targets 113 ports across 22 countries. Under the slogan “Dockworkers do not work for war,” the strike specifically aims to block the transfer of military, energy, and dual-use supplies to Israel, as well as US military cargo. In Europe, the CGT Ports et Docks reported that approximately 95 percent of French ports were affected. Italy’s USB union reported massive participation in a general strike affecting transport and logistics sectors. In Greece, stoppages at Piraeus and other ports disrupted ferry services. Other major maritime hubs involved include Hamburg, Valencia, Algeciras, Tangier Med, and Piraeus. The movement is supported by groups such as the Palestinian BDS National Committee and 17 Palestinian trade unions. Beyond protesting the use of civilian maritime infrastructure for military logistics, participants are demanding improved labor rights, including higher wages, stable employment, better working hours, and enhanced health and safety measures for sailors exposed to conflict zones. Organizers suggest the strike could impact over 40 percent of cargo transport in the Mediterranean, with maritime operations valued at more than $2 billion potentially affected. In India, the Federation of Water Transport Workers indicated that approximately a dozen ports could face disruptions. While the mobilization is massive, logistics experts suggest the 24-hour actions are unlikely to cause significant long-term disruptions to global supply chains. ## Claims - The strike involves 113 ports across 21 countries and 5 continents. (reported by 13 sources) - The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) reported planned actions at more than 100 ports in 17 countries. (reported by 1 source) - Dockworkers in 22 countries will strike on Friday, October 30. (reported by 35 sources) - The strike aims to stop the transport of arms and military goods related to the war in Gaza. (reported by 21 sources) - The action could disrupt over 40% of Mediterranean cargo. (reported by 14 sources) - The mobilization occurred on October 30. (reported by 14 sources) - The strike could affect over $2 billion worth of freight. (reported by 12 sources) - Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) has called for a 24-hour general strike in Italy. (reported by 11 sources) - The strike is expected to impact ports in India, including Nhava Sheva. (reported by 8 sources) - Greek dockworkers plan to stop work from 0800 to 1100 GMT in Piraeus. (reported by 6 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-01: Dockworkers in 22 countries strike to block arms shipments to Israel Dockworkers in 113 ports across 22 countries are striking to block military shipments to Israel and protest the militarization of ports, potentially impacting $2 billion in Mediterranean maritime operations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dockworkers-in-22-countries-strike-to-block-arms-shipments-to-israel ### 2026-10-30: Dockworkers strike at 113 ports in 22 countries over military shipments Dockworkers in 113 ports across 22 countries held a coordinated strike on October 30 to block military shipments to Israel and the US, demanding an end to the militarization of civilian ports. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dockworkers-launch-global-strike-across-113-ports-over-military-cargo ### 2026-10-28: Dockworkers in 22 countries strike to protest arms shipments Dockworkers in 113 ports across 22 countries are striking to protest arms shipments to conflict zones, particularly Gaza, potentially disrupting $2 billion in Mediterranean cargo. 81 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dockworkers-in-22-countries-to-strike-at-over-100-ports ### 2026-10-26: Dockworkers in 100 cities to block supplies to Israel Dockworkers from over 100 ports in 17 countries will hold a day of action on October 30 to block military and energy supplies to Israel. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dockworkers-in-100-cities-to-block-supplies-to-israel --- Cite as: International port workers strike action. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/international-port-workers-strike-action