Over 100 arrested as protesters block UN during Netanyahu address
Over 100 arrested at UN sit-in organized by Jewish Voice for Peace during Netanyahu address.
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Netanyahu UN Address Protests
Susan Sarandon and over 100 protesters arrested during demonstration at UN General Assembly in New York on September 24, 2026, organized by Jewish Voice for Peace opposing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address. Protesters called for end to U.S. military aid to Israel and Gaza ceasefire.
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2026-09-25 to 2026-11-02 · UTC publication dates
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Susan Sarandon arrested during anti-Netanyahu protest in New York
American actress Susan Sarandon was arrested by New York City police on September 24, 2026, during a protest demonstration against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu near the United Nations. Police photographs documented her being handcuffed during the event, which took place as Netanyahu was preparing to address the UN General Assembly.
NYPD reports protesters blocked intersection during demonstration
The New York Police Department stated that officers responded to an undeclared protest that was blocking an intersection near the United Nations on September 24, 2026. Police instructed demonstrators to leave the area, but participants continued to block the intersection. Officers arrested several individuals who refused to comply with police orders.
Over 100 protesters arrested at UN sit-in organized by Jewish Voice for Peace
Jewish Voice for Peace organized a sit-in demonstration at the United Nations on September 24, 2026, with over 400 participants. The organization reported that more than 100 people were arrested during police dispersal of the protest. Demonstrators carried signs with messages including 'Stop Arming Israel' and 'End the Genocide.'
Hannah Einbinder evacuated from UN anti-Netanyahu protest
Hannah Einbinder, an actress from the television series 'Hacks,' was evacuated from the sit-in demonstration at the United Nations on September 24, 2026, during police dispersal of the protest organized by Jewish Voice for Peace.
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