Netanyahu challenges a half-empty UN Assembly in protest of their invasion of Gaza: “Accusing us of genocide is the biggest lie of the century”
The Israeli Prime Minister, whose future is at stake in next month's elections, is sending a tough message in response to criticism. Abbas denounces an “ethnic cleansing” against the Palestinians.
Benjamin Netanyahu's appearance at the UN has been met with criticism and isolation. He was received with jeers and several delegations left before he began speaking in a partially empty General Assembly. Netanyahu responded defiantly, saying "If there's another coward who wants to leave, please go now." Outside, police arrested around 100 protesters, including Susan Sarandon and Darializa Ávila Chevalier, who were demonstrating against Netanyahu's presence, accusing him of genocide in Gaza.
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