Protesters arrested outside UN during Netanyahu's General Assembly address

Police arrested 103 protesters in New York City on September 24, 2026. The group had blocked a road near the United Nations building while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke inside. Officers told the protesters to move before making any arrests. All 103 people were charged with disorderly conduct and then released. The protest was organised by Jewish Voice for Peace. Participants wanted the United States to stop sending money to Israel and to use it for communities at home instead. Nine of those arrested were politicians or political candidates. Democratic congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier was among them. Actress Susan Sarandon was also detained. The protesters opposed Israel's military campaign in Gaza and called for those responsible for alleged war crimes to face consequences.