Netanyahu Displays Pager at United Nations Podium

Serdar HocamAuthor & Editor

In his UN General Assembly speech, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu recalled the 2024 pager operation and defended the seven-front war.

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds up a pager as he speaks during the 81st United Nations General Assembly at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, on September 24, 2026. (AFP)
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds up a pager as he speaks during the 81st United Nations General Assembly at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, on September 24, 2026. (AFP)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held up a pager during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, referencing operations in Lebanon and Suriye, and defended his country's conflicts.

Pager Outburst at the UN General Assembly

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu displayed a pager at the podium during his speech at the 81st United Nations General Assembly held at the UN Headquarters in New York.

Emphasis on Past Operations

Addressing Israel's attacks against Hamas and Hezbollah during his speech, Netanyahu recalled the incident in September 2024 when thousands of pagers used by Hezbollah members exploded.

Seven-Front War Statement

Netanyahu stated that his country is waging conflicts on seven different fronts, noting that they are targeting Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, Iran, militia forces in Iraq and Syria, and militants in the West Bank.

Reactions and Walkout from the Hall

During the speech, numerous delegates left the UN General Assembly hall, while members of the Israeli delegation supported him with applause.