Global Port Workers Plan Major Day of Action Targeting Israel Supply Chains
A special report warns of a massive international port workers' protest scheduled for October 2026 across 100 ports in 17 countries, potentially disrupting supply chains to Israel.
A special report by the National Situation Room at the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism highlights extensive preparations for an international day of action by port workers, scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026, under the slogan "Port workers do not work for war."
Global Expansion of Port Protests
According to the report's findings, this is the second round of the international day of action, marking a fivefold jump in participation compared to the previous round held in February 2026, when about 20 ports in 6 countries participated. Now, the mobilization includes about 100 ports across 17 countries worldwide. The initiative is led by the Ports in Action port union coalition, alongside advocacy and mobilization efforts by the No Harbour For Genocide campaign, promoted by organizations affiliated with the anti-Israel boycott movement.
Core Risk Centers: Italy, Greece, and France
The primary concern within Israel's economic and logistical system is potential disruption to supply chains and the movement of cargo and containers destined for Israel, including shipments passing through intermediate ports and international maritime transshipment hubs. According to the National Situation Room's assessment, the highest potential for shutdown and disruption is concentrated in the main hubs of the protest:
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Italy: A 24-hour strike was announced alongside a nationwide general strike, including the major ports of Genoa, Livorno, Gioia Tauro, and Trieste.
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Greece: A 24-hour general strike was announced in Piraeus, which serves as a major transshipment hub in the Mediterranean, alongside activities in the ports of Thessaloniki, Patras, Volos, and Heraklion.
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France: A call for strikes and work slowdowns at major ports, including Marseille-Fos and Le Havre.
In other participating countries, such as Spain, India, Sweden, Portugal, Turkey, Morocco, Denmark, Ireland, and the USA, the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs estimates that the practical impact will be more limited, mainly amounting to demonstrations, protest rallies, or symbolic statements of support.
Demands and Response
The analysis shows that the protest combines distinct political and economic demands against Israel with internal labor demands. Organizers are demanding a ban on the transfer of weapons, ammunition, and military equipment to Israel, opposition to trade related to the war effort, and direct pressure on shipping companies and international commercial entities.
"The Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism will continue to track and pursue antisemitic bodies everywhere and in every region that seek to harm the State of Israel," stated Avi Cohen-Scali, Director-General of the ministry.
