Dozens of delegates from numerous countries walked out in protest during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025. Countries that notably walked out include Western nations like France, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, among others. These countries had recently recognized Palestinian statehood, which Netanyahu criticized harshly during his speech, leading to the walkouts. The walkouts were a form of protest against Netanyahu's stance on Gaza and Israel's military actions there, which have drawn significant international criticism.

Key details:

• The walkouts occurred as Netanyahu condemned the recognition of Palestinian statehood and vowed to continue military actions in Gaza.
• The protest involved many diplomats and officials who left the General Assembly hall as Netanyahu began speaking, leaving large parts of the chamber empty.
• Countries participating in the walkout included major Western nations supporting Palestinian recognition such as France, UK, Canada, and Australia.
• The walkouts symbolized growing global isolation for Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.

This collective diplomatic protest was among the most visible reactions during Netanyahu's address at the UN in 2025.