Dozens of delegates walked out of the UN General Assembly chamber on Thursday as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepared to address the gathering, a move seen as a show of support for Palestine.
Mixed Reactions in the Chamber
As Netanyahu walked to the podium, other delegates remained seated, clapping and chanting “Am Yisrael Chai” or “the people of Israel live” in a display of support for the prime minister.
The walkout and counter-demonstration highlighted the deep divisions over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict within the international body.
Context of the Address
The event took place during the UN General Assembly’s annual debate, where world leaders deliver speeches on global issues. Netanyahu’s address comes amid ongoing tensions in Gaza and the broader Middle East region.
No further details were provided about the number of delegates who left or the specific content of the prime minister’s remarks.
