Histadrut, the labor union responsible for the recent strike in Israel, has a significant role in Israeli politics, having led strikes challenging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and playing a pivotal role in the founding of the State of Israel. Established in 1920, Histadrut has represented around 800,000 workers from 27 separate unions and is led by chairman Arnon Bar-David since 2019. The organization's influence was demonstrated when it opposed a plan by Netanyahu's government to limit the Supreme Court's authority, leading to a major strike and domestic upheaval. Despite the subsequent conflict with Hamas and the Israeli military offensive in Gaza, Histadrut's recent general strike and street demonstrations have represented a significant expression of anti-government dissent.