Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fiercely criticized world leaders, including Sir Keir Starmer, for recognizing a Palestinian state, vowing "Israel will not allow you to shove a terror state down our throats." Addressing the UN, Netanyahu insisted Israel "must finish the job" against Hamas and accused those recognizing Palestine of encouraging terrorism. He also revealed plans to broadcast his speech into Gaza via loudspeakers along the border. Many delegates walked out during his address, while international pressure mounts on Israel regarding the Gaza conflict.

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