Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly amidst international condemnation of Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. He criticized the U.N. for passing more resolutions against Israel than any other country and labeled it a “house of darkness” and a “swamp of antisemitic bile.” Netanyahu also rallied opposition against Iran and its proxies, vowing to fight until achieving total victory.
Outside the U.N. headquarters, protests erupted with calls for Netanyahu’s arrest, accusing him of being a war criminal. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah has resulted in hundreds of casualties and displacements, with the U.S. and France pushing for a cease-fire proposal.
The U.N. has condemned Israel’s actions and treatment of Palestinians, passing resolutions demanding withdrawal from Palestinian territories. The International Court of Justice has ruled against Israel’s settlements in the West Bank. Despite these condemnations, Netanyahu has dismissed them as anti-Israel bias.
The relationship between Israel and the U.N. has become increasingly contentious, with accusations of collaboration with Hamas. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres has been ignored by Netanyahu, who continues to prioritize military action over cease-fire negotiations urged by families of hostages and their supporters in Israel. The conflict shows no sign of abating, with challenges of enforcing international resolutions and the ongoing humanitarian crisis impacting civilians in Gaza and Lebanon.
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