Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York, and dozens of delegations either walked out of the hall or were absent for his speech.
The mass departure and absenteeism were noted by observers as a striking diplomatic signal, with numerous countries choosing not to remain for the entirety of the Prime Minister’s remarks.
The United Nations General Assembly, which convenes annually in New York City, typically draws participation from virtually all UN member states, making any coordinated walkout an unusual occurrence.
Analysts have linked the walkouts to ongoing tensions over Israel’s policies, noting that such public gestures are often used by states to convey disapproval on the international stage.
The episode highlights the deep divisions that persist within the UN forum, as member nations continue to grapple with divergent views on the Israeli‑Palestinian conflict and related regional issues.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
