Netanyahu delivers defiant U.N. speech amid Gaza war, dozens walk out

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant speech at the U.N. General Assembly amid accusations of war crimes and international pressure to end the war in Gaza. While dozens of world leaders walked out, Netanyahu defended Israel's actions against Hamas, criticized nations recognizing Palestinian statehood, and called for the release of hostages. His speech, broadcast live into Gaza, was described by the Israeli government as historic, though it was seen by many as reiterating familiar points, highlighting deep divisions at the U.N.