Netanyahu's UN Speech Sparks Walkouts and Protests
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Benjamin Netanyahu, Mahmoud Abbas
United Nations, New York
September 24, 2026
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Dozens of envoys walked out of the UN General Assembly during Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech. Netanyahu defended Israel's actions in Gaza and Lebanon, citing the pager attack and the October 7th conflict. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas addressed the assembly, calling for international action against Israel's occupation.
- Earlier version 19/24/2026, 9:11:16 PM
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