Protesters Gather in Manhattan Ahead of Netanyahu's UN Address
Anti-Netanyahu demonstrators rallied at Union Square in Manhattan, chanting slogans ahead of the Israeli PM's UN speech.
Protesters assembled at Union Square in Manhattan on Thursday, voicing opposition to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of his scheduled address to the United Nations.
The gathering drew activists and demonstrators who chanted slogans including "Vote him out," according to footage from the scene. Among those present was Offir Gutelzon, cofounder and leader of the group UnXeptable, who addressed the crowd.
Another protester, Daphna Schahar, also spoke at the rally. The wire feed did not provide transcripts of their remarks.
The demonstration included a visible counterpoint, as a protester expressing support for Palestinians chanted "Free Palestine" and "thousands of babies die," drawing confrontation from Israeli protesters present at the square.
The rally unfolded as Netanyahu was set to deliver a speech at the United Nations, though the wire material did not specify the timing or content of his address.
No further details on the size of the crowd, the organisers, or any incidents were immediately available.