70 countries boycott Netanyahu’s speech at UN General Assembly in New York
During the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, representatives from 70 countries left the hall ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address — a move highlighting deep divisions in the international community over Israel’s policies.
The walkout coincided with large‑scale protests in the city: thousands of demonstrators gathered in Bryant Park and marched towards UN headquarters, opposing Israel’s military operation in Gaza, the occupation of Palestinian territories and forced displacement of civilians. New York Police (NYPD) arrested over 100 people for disrupting public order, including high‑profile figures such as actresses Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder, activist Chelsea Manning and New York City Council member Chi Ossé.
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During the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, representatives from 70 countries left the hall ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address — a move highlighting deep divisions in the international community over Israel’s policies.
The walkout coincided with large‑scale protests in the city: thousands of demonstrators gathered in Bryant Park and marched towards UN headquarters, opposing Israel’s military operation in Gaza, the occupation of Palestinian territories and forced displacement of civilians. New York Police (NYPD) arrested over 100 people for disrupting public order, including high‑profile figures such as actresses Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder, activist Chelsea Manning and New York City Council member Chi Ossé.
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