Workers across Ireland have participated in a moment of reflection amid the ongoing violence in Gaza.
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) asked for a moment of respectful reflection at lunchtime, as a simple act of solidarity and remembrance for the loss of life over the past 18 months.
Today is International UN Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression.
"As the appalling violence in Gaza continues, our members asked that the trade union movement lead in reflecting on this terrible loss of life," said ICTU General Secretary Owen Reidy.
"Since announcing the moment of reflection last week, we have been heartened by the response from the 800,000 union members across the island.
"The UN Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression provides an opportunity to pause and reflect on these tragic events and their devastating impact on the people of Gaza, particularly the children who have suffered so greatly," Mr Reidy said.
Workers who wished to participate were encouraged to observe the moment of reflection respectfully, whether in their workplace, at home, or wherever they may be.
ICTU said the moment of reflection was not a work stoppage, and encouraged participants to coordinate with their employers where possible.
SIPTU staff and members staged a solidarity action at 1.05pm, on Butt Bridge in Dublin, across from the 'Ceasefire Now' banner on the side of Liberty Hall.
