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Netanyahu attacks Iran and Western allies in contentious UN address

Source: Punch Nigeria · 24 Sep 2026, 21:05 UTC
Netanyahu attacks Iran and Western allies in contentious UN address
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used a forceful United Nations speech to criticise Iran and countries including Britain and France, according to Punch Nigeria. The address prompted some envoys to leave the chamber, although the supplied report does not detail the remarks or identify the delegations involved.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered what Punch Nigeria described as a fiery speech at the United Nations, criticising both enemies and allies. Netanyahu attacked Iran during the address and also assailed Britain and France, according to the report. The source does not provide the specific accusations or arguments made against those countries.

The speech prompted a walkout by envoys. The supplied material does not say which delegations left, when they departed or whether they issued statements explaining their decision. Punch Nigeria’s account also does not provide details of the wider diplomatic reaction to the address or of the issues Netanyahu discussed beyond his criticism of Iran, Britain and France.

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