Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday addressed the U.N. General Assembly, asserting that Israel “must finish the job” against Hamas in Gaza, amid mounting international criticism over the ongoing war.
His speech was met with dramatic protests, as dozens of delegates from multiple countries staged a mass walkout before he began speaking.
Shouts and disruptions echoed through the assembly hall, though the U.S. delegation remained in their seats in support. Applause erupted in other sections as Netanyahu delivered his remarks.
In a theatrical display, Netanyahu used a visual aid, a map labeled “THE CURSE”, which he annotated with a large marker.
He also pinned a QR code to his suit and presented a board with a multiple-choice question to the audience, continuing his unconventional style of addressing international forums.
The address underscores Netanyahu’s firm stance on the Gaza conflict, even as Israel faces growing diplomatic isolation.
