Protests outside the United Nations in New York City escalated into mass arrests as hundreds gathered to demonstrate against a speech by an Israeli leader, with over 100 people detained by police. The rally, one of several this week, included participants from diverse backgrounds—Jewish, Palestinian, Iranian, and Lebanese communities—as well as elected officials, political candidates, and celebrities. Tensions flared further inside the UN when dozens of delegates walked out during the address, underscoring deep divisions over the speaker’s policies. Security forces moved swiftly to contain the unrest, marking a volatile day of activism in the city.
Actor Susan Sarandon, whistleblower Chelsea Manning and comedian Caleb Hearon are detained by NYPDMore than 100 people were arrested outside the United Nations’ headquarters in New York City on Thursday as Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the general assembly, a speech that also prompted dozens of UN delegates to walk out in protest.The protest outside the UN, one of several this week against the embattled Israeli prime minister, drew hundreds of Jewish, Palestinian, Iranian and Lebanese New Yorkers, among others, as well as several elected officials and candidates in the November election, and a number of celebrities. Continue reading...
