Israeli Ambassador Ousted at UN as Iran's President Raisi Delivers Speech
Israel's UN envoy removed during Raisi's speech condemning Israel, sparking controversy at the General Assembly.
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In a dramatic incident at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Gilad Erdan, was forcibly removed from the assembly hall during the speech of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. The incident unfolded as the 78th session of the General Assembly, attended by more than 140 world leaders and representatives, got underway.
A video that quickly circulated on social media captured the moment UN security personnel intervened to detain Ambassador Erdan and escort him out of the UN hall. His protest action involved raising a banner with the message, "Iranian women deserve freedom now."
During President Raisi's address, he touched on various topics, frequently quoting from the Koran, denouncing Islamophobia, and emphasizing the importance of family values. However, his speech took a strong anti-Israel stance, accusing Israel of decades-long "occupation," alleging civilian casualties at the hands of Israel, and advocating for the establishment of a Palestinian state. Raisi also criticized the United States for what he described as "egregious and unilateral crimes" related to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, the 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran.
In a significant assertion, President Raisi stated that Iran's objective is "peaceful nuclear energy" rather than the development of nuclear weapons, emphasizing Iran's commitment to non-aggression. This statement comes amid ongoing international concerns and negotiations related to Iran's nuclear program.
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