Israel's Netanyahu set to hit back at widespread criticism in U.N. address
Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will give a speech at the United Nations General Assembly amid global criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank. His visit to New York is short, and he plans to mainly address Iran and defend Israel's military activities.Key Facts
- Netanyahu arrived in New York on Thursday and will leave shortly after his 2 p.m. speech.
- Many world leaders, including those from Europe and the Middle East, criticized Israel at the U.N. this week.
- Netanyahu’s speech is expected to focus on Iran and defend Israel's recent military campaigns.
- He will meet with several presidents and prime ministers but not with U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Netanyahu will respond to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who called him a "war criminal."
- Mamdani suggested U.S. authorities should detain Netanyahu during his U.N. visit due to an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court.
- Protests against Netanyahu are planned during the U.N. gathering.
- British Prime Minister Andy Burnham criticized Israel's military response, saying it caused too many deaths, including children, and limited aid in Gaza.
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