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Israeli Workers Union Opposes Arkia Sale That Could End Sabbath Flights

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First reported by Calcalist · Jul 30, 2026

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The Israeli Transport Workers Union opposes the potential sale of Arkia Airlines to a Haredi businessman who may stop flights on Shabbat, warning of harm to employees and the company’s stability. Employees, owning nearly 20% of shares, threaten legal action to protect their rights and jobs.

01Transport Workers Union warns Arkia sale could end Sabbath flights, harming company and workers.
02Employees hold nearly 20% of Arkia shares and oppose sale terms affecting operations.
03Sale talks focus on an American Haredi businessman intending to halt flights on rest days.
04Union stresses Sabbath observance is valid but stopping flights is bad business strategy.
05Union threatens legal and public action to protect employee rights and company stability.
06Nakash family has been negotiating sale with various investors for several months.

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