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Netanyahu’s UN speech met with mass walkout over Gaza war

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**Netanyahu’s UN Speech Met with Mass Walkout Over Gaza War**
*By Snehil Singh | September 27, 2025, 11:39 AM*

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Friday, delivering a controversial speech amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. His address was met with a mass walkout from delegates protesting Israel’s continued military campaign in Gaza.

Despite the widespread backlash, Netanyahu remained defiant, declaring that Israel “must finish the job” against Hamas.

### Speech Highlights: ‘Must Finish the Job’ Against Hamas

During his speech, Netanyahu revealed that his address was being broadcast via loudspeakers in Gaza so that Israeli hostages held by Hamas could hear his message. He also described an “unprecedented operation” in which Israeli intelligence services took control of cell phones in Gaza to stream his speech directly to the population.

Addressing Hamas, Netanyahu issued a stern ultimatum: “Lay down your arms. Let my people go.” He warned of severe consequences if Hamas failed to comply.

### Criticism and Defense

Netanyahu criticized Western leaders, accusing them of succumbing to international pressure. He stated emphatically that “Israel won’t” yield under such pressures. Additionally, he condemned countries recognizing Palestinian statehood as “disgraceful,” arguing that such recognition would only “encourage terrorism against Jews and innocent people everywhere.”

These remarks come amid ongoing war crimes charges against Netanyahu by the International Criminal Court.

### Protests and Global Reactions

As Netanyahu spoke, pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered near the UN headquarters to protest Israel’s actions in Gaza. Nidaa Lafi, a spokesperson for the Palestinian Youth Movement, accused Israel of waging war against “every conscientious human being in this world,” describing the conflict as one rooted in ethnic cleansing and land theft.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump publicly opposed Israeli plans to annex parts of the West Bank. Trump stated firmly, “I will not allow it,” signaling potential diplomatic tensions over the issue.

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Netanyahu’s assertive stance at the UN reflects the intensifying conflict in Gaza, highlighting deep divisions on the international stage regarding the path forward for peace in the region.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/world/netanyahu-addresses-empty-chairs-as-un-delegates-walk-out/story

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Netanyahu’s UN speech met with mass walkout over Gaza war

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**Netanyahu’s UN Speech Met with Mass Walkout Over Gaza War**
*By Snehil Singh | Sep 27, 2025, 11:39 AM*

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Friday. His speech was met with a mass walkout of delegates protesting his ongoing military campaign in Gaza.

Despite the backlash, Netanyahu remained defiant, stating that Israel “must finish the job” against Hamas.

**’Must Finish the Job’ Against Hamas, Says Netanyahu**

During his address, Netanyahu revealed that his speech was being broadcast through loudspeakers in Gaza for Israeli hostages to hear. He also claimed an “unprecedented operation” where Israel’s intelligence services took over cell phones in Gaza to stream his speech directly.

In a direct message to Hamas, Netanyahu said: “Lay down your arms. Let my people go.” He warned of dire consequences if they did not comply.

**Criticism and Defense**

Netanyahu criticized Western leaders for succumbing to pressure, asserting that “Israel won’t.” He condemned countries recognizing Palestinian statehood as “disgraceful,” arguing it would “encourage terrorism against Jews and against innocent people everywhere.”

This stance comes as Netanyahu faces war crime charges from the International Criminal Court.

**Protest Response**

As Netanyahu spoke, pro-Palestinian protesters gathered near the United Nations. Nidaa Lafi from the Palestinian Youth Movement accused Israel of waging war against “every conscientious human being in this world.” She described the conflict as centered on ethnic cleansing and land theft.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump opposed Israeli annexation plans for the West Bank, stating, “I will not allow it.”
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/world/netanyahu-addresses-empty-chairs-as-un-delegates-walk-out/story

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Tony Blair eyes key role in Gaza under Trump peace plan – report

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Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair is reportedly seeking a senior role in managing postwar Gaza under a peace plan being developed by the Trump administration, according to the Financial Times. The newspaper cited sources briefed on the proposal. Reuters has not yet been able to verify the report.

The Financial Times also revealed that Mr. Blair has been proposed to chair a supervisory board called the Gaza International Transitional Authority. This move comes as part of ongoing efforts to address the situation in Gaza following the conflict.

Mr. Blair participated in a late August meeting convened by U.S. President Donald Trump, which focused on tackling Israel’s war in Gaza and planning for the territory’s post-war future.

Earlier in July, the Financial Times reported that the Tony Blair Institute was involved in a project to develop a post-war Gaza reconstruction plan. The think tank clarified that none of its discussions with various groups about Gaza’s reconstruction included the possibility of forcible relocation of people from the area.
https://www.breakingnews.ie/world/tony-blair-eyes-key-role-in-gaza-under-trump-peace-plan-report-1811396.html

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IDF evacuation of Gaza City reaches 700,000 civilians

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**IDF Evacuation of Gaza City Reaches 700,000 Civilians**

The evacuation efforts led by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in Gaza City have reached approximately 700,000 civilians. Despite this significant movement, around 300,000 Palestinian civilians still remain in the area.

The general population continues to evacuate amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Many Palestinians are making their way out of the region to seek safety.

![Palestinians evacuating amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas travel on a vehicle in Khan Younis in the Southern Gaza Strip, May 6, 2024. (Photo Credit: Ramadan Abed/Reuters)](URL-to-image)

By Yonah Jeremy Bob
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-868625

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Crisis is BJP govt`s own creation: Congress on Ladakh violence

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Congress’ media and publicity department head Pawan Khera described the loss of precious lives in Ladakh as tragic. He said, “It’s a grim reminder of the government’s failed promises. In 2019, from the floor of Parliament, the nation was assured that the humiliation being inflicted on the people of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir then would usher in peace. Six years later, the trouble has only deepened.”

Khera further stated on X, “Far from restoring normalcy in the valley, the Centre’s shortsightedness has pushed Jammu and Ladakh also into an incinerator of violence. This crisis is the BJP government’s own creation—one it now seeks to unfairly ignore.”

He emphasized that Ladakh’s demand for inclusion under the Sixth Schedule, for dignity and the protection of their identity, is both legitimate and just. According to the Congress leader, it deserves not neglect but compassion and statesmanship.

On Wednesday, groups of youths engaged in arson and vandalism, targeting the headquarters of the BJP and the Hill Council. They also set ablaze vehicles. Police and paramilitary forces, deployed in strength across the town, lobbed teargas shells to bring the situation under control, officials said.

The Centre alleged that the mob violence was instigated by “provocative statements” from climate activist Sonam Wangchuk. It added that certain “politically motivated” individuals were unhappy with the progress made in the ongoing talks between government representatives and Ladakhi groups.

In a statement, the Union Home Ministry said that barring a few unfortunate incidents that occurred early on Wednesday, the situation was brought under control by 4 pm. The ministry also urged everyone not to circulate old and provocative videos on media and social platforms.

At least 50 people were detained as police and paramilitary forces strictly enforced curfew on Thursday in the violence-hit Leh.

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https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/crisis-is-bjp-govts-own-creation-congress-on-ladakh-violence-23595754

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South Yemen would join Abraham Accords, says separatist leader Aidaros al-Zubaidi

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**South Yemen Would Join Abraham Accords, Says Separatist Leader Aidaros al-Zubaidi**

Aidaros al-Zubaidi, President of the Southern Transitional Council (STC), recently expressed his support for a two-state solution involving both Israel and Palestine, as well as in Yemen. Speaking to UAE state media, al-Zubaidi emphasized the potential for South Yemen to join the Abraham Accords, signaling a significant shift in the region’s diplomatic landscape.

Al-Zubaidi, who leads the anti-Houthi Southern Transitional Council, made these remarks during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City on September 24, 2025. His statements underscore the growing interest among some Middle Eastern actors in pursuing peaceful resolutions and normalized relations through frameworks like the Abraham Accords.

![Aidaros al-Zubaidi speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, New York City, September 24, 2025](SCREENSHOT/X/@STCSouthArabia)

*Photo credit: SCREENSHOT/X/@STCSouthArabia*

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-868510

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Donald Trump Tells NATO To Shoot Down Russian Jets Crossing Airspace In Fresh Jibe At Putin

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When asked by reporters if he believed NATO should take action against Russian aircraft crossing their airspace, Donald Trump responded affirmatively. “Yes, I do,” Trump said on Tuesday, asserting that NATO should shoot down Russian aircraft entering their airspace. He made these remarks while speaking to reporters after meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.

During the meeting, when asked about NATO shoot-downs, Trump reiterated, “Yes, I do.”

In response, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte adopted a more measured stance. According to a report by US broadcaster CNN, Rutte emphasized that shoot-down decisions should depend on available intelligence regarding the threat posed by the aircraft. He noted, “This also includes questions we have to answer like intent, armaments and potential risk to allies, forces, civilians or infrastructure. We will always assess the situation, assess the immediate threat the plane poses.”

These comments came shortly after the first direct encounters between NATO and Moscow since the start of the Ukraine war. Alleged incursions of Russian aircraft over Poland, Estonia, and other NATO countries have recently tested the alliance’s preparedness and credibility in deterring Russia. For instance, Russian jets reportedly violated Estonian airspace, prompting Tallinn to call for an urgent meeting.

Meanwhile, Trump suggested that Ukraine has the potential to reclaim more than just the territory it has lost to Russia since the war began in February 2022. In a Truth Social post following his meeting with Zelenskyy at the United Nations, Trump wrote:
“I think Ukraine, with the support of the European Union, is in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form.”

He added that Kyiv could possibly go even further, although he did not provide specifics on what he meant by that statement.
https://www.news18.com/world/donald-trump-tells-nato-to-shoot-down-russian-jets-crossing-airspace-in-fresh-jibe-at-putin-ws-kl-9592594.html

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Israeli drone strikes kill five, including children, in southern Lebanon

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An Israeli drone strike killed five people, including three children, in the southern Lebanese town of Bint Jbeil on Sunday, Lebanon’s health ministry reported.

Israel has frequently targeted what it calls Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon since a US-brokered truce between Lebanon and Israel took effect in November. This truce followed more than a year of conflict sparked by the war in Gaza.

According to Lebanon’s state news agency, the strike hit a motorbike and a vehicle, wounding two others. Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri stated that a father and his three children were among the dead, with the mother wounded. He added that the family held US citizenship.

The Israeli military confirmed that it killed a Hezbollah member in the strike but acknowledged that “several uninvolved civilians were killed.” In a statement, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) expressed regret over any harm caused to uninvolved individuals and said it operates to minimize such harm as much as possible. The incident is currently under review.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the attack in a post on X, describing it as a “blatant crime against civilians and a message of intimidation aimed at our people returning to their villages in the south.”

Lebanon is under pressure from the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Hezbollah’s domestic rivals to disarm the Iranian-backed group. However, Hezbollah has stated that discussing disarmament would be a serious misstep while Israel continues airstrikes on Lebanon and occupies swaths of territory in the south.
https://www.breakingnews.ie/world/update-2-israeli-drone-strikes-kill-five-including-children-in-southern-lebanon-1809505.html

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‘Your children could be home tomorrow’: Mediator says Hamas ready for talks

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Your Children Could Be Home Tomorrow: Mediator Says Hamas Ready for Talks

“I received indications from Hamas that they are prepared to resume negotiations immediately,” said Bishara Bahbah in a January 2024 interview.

Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons / Medyascope TV

By MAARIV ONLINE

https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-868291

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Palestinian foreign minister says recognition brings independence, sovereignty closer

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Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian stated that the recognition of a Palestinian state by several countries this week represents an irreversible step that brings independence and sovereignty closer. This move is seen as preserving the two-state solution, which remains a critical goal for peace in the region.

Countries recognizing a Palestinian state are contributing to the realization of long-standing aspirations for Palestinian self-determination. Such diplomatic developments highlight growing international support for a negotiated settlement based on two states, living side by side in peace and security.

Photo credit: REUTERS/BORUT ZIVULOVIC

https://www.jpost.com/international/article-868276