UNGA: Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates walk out

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At the UN General Assembly, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned accusations of genocide in Gaza as the greatest lie of the century, prompting many delegates to walk out during his speech. Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas also addressed the assembly via video conference.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza the "greatest lie of the century." Many delegates walked out for his General Assembly speech. Mahmoud Abbas also spoke via video.