Netanyahu challenges half-empty UN General Assembly: Accusing Israel of genocide is the ‘biggest lie of the century’
The Israeli prime minister, whose political future is at stake in next month’s election, delivered a hardline message in response to criticism. Mahmoud Abbas denounced ‘ethnic cleansing’ against Palestinians
El Pais English reports that Benjamin Netanyahu faced a hostile reception at the UN General Assembly, with a half-empty hall and many delegations departing before his address. The Israeli Prime Minister was met with jeers and accused of genocide in Gaza, leading to protests outside the building. Netanyahu defiantly called for moral cowards to leave the hall, while his delegation chanted "The people of Israel live" in Hebrew.
The incident highlights the growing international criticism and isolation faced by Netanyahu's government.
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