Israel's Netanyahu tells U.N. "we will continue to defend our state" as many leaders walk out
Updated on: September 24, 2026 / 3:07 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the UN General Assembly, facing walkouts from attendees.
- Netanyahu defended Israel's actions, stating the country would "continue to defend our state" and "win."
- He directly addressed and criticized New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of antisemitism and supporting Hamas.
- Leaders from France, the U.K., and Jordan had previously condemned Israel's policies in Gaza and the West Bank.
- Netanyahu's brief trip to New York was attributed to the upcoming Jewish holiday of Sukkot.
- His speech was expected to focus on Iran and defend Israel's military campaigns.