Politics & Diplomacy
Netanyahu addresses nearly empty UN hall as delegations walk out
Image credit: Shehab Wire (EN)
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Benjamin Netanyahu delivered his speech to the 81st session of the UN General Assembly on Thursday evening to a largely vacant chamber, as dozens of delegations left in protest of his attendance, Shehab Wire reported. The Israeli prime minister spoke while the walkout was underway.
The mass departure reflected international opposition to Netanyahu's presence at the forum during a period of significant regional conflict and ongoing disputes over Palestinian representation and rights at the United Nations.
