Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations Friday amid widespread diplomatic walkouts. European leaders face accusations of rewarding Hamas through recent Palestinian state recognition decisions. Netanyahu declared his determination to complete military operations against the militant group despite international pressure. The speech occurred while protesters demanded his arrest outside the venue.
President Trump announced potential ceasefire breakthrough moments after Netanyahu finished speaking. The Israeli leader praised Trump and confirmed their Monday Washington meeting plans. Many UN member delegations exited the assembly hall during the address. Netanyahu broadcast portions of his remarks through military loudspeakers into Gaza territory.
The prime minister travels under an International Criminal Court arrest warrant for alleged war crimes. His unconventional flight path avoided certain jurisdictions while reaching New York. Medical organizations suspended Gaza operations citing ongoing military actions. The October 2023 Hamas attack killed over 1,200 people while subsequent fighting claimed more than 65,000 Palestinian lives.
President Trump announced potential ceasefire breakthrough moments after Netanyahu finished speaking. The Israeli leader praised Trump and confirmed their Monday Washington meeting plans. Many UN member delegations exited the assembly hall during the address. Netanyahu broadcast portions of his remarks through military loudspeakers into Gaza territory.
The prime minister travels under an International Criminal Court arrest warrant for alleged war crimes. His unconventional flight path avoided certain jurisdictions while reaching New York. Medical organizations suspended Gaza operations citing ongoing military actions. The October 2023 Hamas attack killed over 1,200 people while subsequent fighting claimed more than 65,000 Palestinian lives.
