Netanyahu arrives in New York to address the UN, and other Mideast developments

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in New York to address the United Nations General Assembly amid escalating tensions surrounding the ongoing war in Gaza. His visit comes as he faces increasing international isolation, and reports indicate that no meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump is planned during his trip.

Ahead of his UN address, protests are anticipated outside the United Nations headquarters. The backdrop to his arrival also includes domestic political friction, highlighted by a public feud with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Meanwhile, broader Middle East developments continue to unfold, with a top European Union official noting that only a small amount of aid is currently advancing.