Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a speech at the UN General Assembly where he criticized the recognition of a Palestinian state. During his speech, officials and diplomats walked out, and protests took place in New York and near the Israel-Gaza border. Several countries have recently recognized the state of Palestine amid ongoing military actions in Gaza.
Key Facts
- Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the United Nations General Assembly.
- He called the recognition of a Palestinian state a "mark of shame."
- Many officials and diplomats left the room during his speech as a form of protest.
- Protests with "Free Palestine" signs occurred in New York.
- Netanyahu's speech was broadcast on loudspeakers near the Israel-Gaza border.
- Countries like the UK, France, Canada, and Australia have recently recognized Palestine as a state.
- Israel faces international pressure due to its military activities in Gaza.
