Inp.polri.go.id - New York. Indonesia's delegation staged a walkout from the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York on Friday (27/9/2024), in protest as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approached the podium to deliver his speech.

The assembly was marked by significant commotion, with multiple delegations from various countries also leaving in solidarity, aas reported by antaranews.com.

The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that the countries joining the walkout included members of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Arab League, and the Non-Aligned Movement, such as Kuwait, Iran, Pakistan, Malaysia, and Cuba.

This action reflects ongoing tensions and dissatisfaction with Israel's policies, particularly in relation to the Palestinian issues.

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