Dozens of delegates from multiple nations walked out of the UN General Assembly hall en masseas Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stepped up to give a speech about the Mideast situation to the world's leaders. (Photo: Screengrab of video posted by AP) Show Quick Read Summary is AI Generated. Newsroom Reviewed

As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday stepped up to give a speech at the 80th UN General Assembly hall, many delegates from multiple nations walked out as a mark of protest.

The atmosphere in the hall became charged as scores of diplomats vacated their seats just as Netanyahu's name was announced. The walkout was met with loud applause. The chair had to repeatedly say “please, order in the hall,” and bang his gavel.

Only the US delegation, which has ba

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