Netanyahu at the UN: His Arrival at the Podium Triggers Departure of Several Delegations

Several delegations left the UN General Assembly chamber when Benjamin Netanyahu began his speech on September 24, 2026, in New York. Approximately 77 delegations were reported to be absent or to have left, though the exact number is uncertain. The departure was planned in advance, with the Palestinian mission calling for foreign representatives to leave and protests against Netanyahu's visit taking place in New York. His speech addressed Israeli operations in Gaza, the situation in the West Bank, and clashes with Iran.