Just before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ascended the podium to speak, hundreds of diplomats from all around the world staged a coordinated walkout from the UN General Assembly floor in a breathtaking demonstration of international fury.
For the beleaguered leader, the silent but thunderous demonstration against Israel’s unrelenting genocide in Gaza was one of the most humiliating events ever seen on the international scene.
Delegates filed out in a purposeful display of disdain as Netanyahu entered the chamber, marking the start of the exodus.
The hall quickly filled up, according to eyewitnesses, and Israel’s prime leader began his speech by promising to “finish the job” against Hamas in Gaza while confronting rows of empty seats.
