Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations leveled up his country’s response to the left-wing members of the General Assembly ahead of a vote on a ceasefire in Gaza.
Ambassador Gilad Erdan had a clear message for those clamoring for the ceasefire, appearing to troll Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in the course of shredding members of the international body as he held up a sign with a phone number purportedly belonging to the man considered the mastermind behind the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
I like how Israel handles the UN. pic.twitter.com/xooiewNUbM
— Marina Medvin (@MarinaMedvin) December 12, 2023
The United Nations General Assembly delivered an unsurprising vote in favor of a ceasefire in Gaza, with an overwhelming 153-10 non-binding vote that saw only a handful of countries taking a stand against the resolution.
Austria, Czechia, Guatemala, Liberia, Micronesia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, and Paraguay joined the U.S. and Israel in a “no” vote while 23 other countries, including the U.K. and Germany, abstained.
The no ceasefire votes:
Austria
Czechia
Guatemala
Israel
Liberia
Micronesia
Nauru
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
United States https://t.co/1W0klZUy37— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) December 12, 2023
Erdan delivered his blistering take during remarks he made Tuesday.
“Again, we find ourselves about to vote upon yet another hypocritical resolution,” he said. “Not only does this resolution fail to condemn Hamas for their crimes against humanity, it doesn’t even mention Hamas at all. This is a resolution that will only prolong the death and destruction in the region.”
“On October 6, there was a ceasefire and it was abruptly violated; not by Israel, but by 3,000 Hamas Nazis who invaded my country; raping women, beheading babies, burning families alive, and deliberately exterminating innocent civilians like insects,” Erdan recounted the atrocities.
“What would your country do if you were in Israel’s shoes? Call for a ceasefire? What would Moscow do? Beijing? Istanbul? How would you respond? Everyone here knows exactly.” he demanded of those opposing Israel’s side in the war.
“Those who support this resolution are giving the terrorists a free pass,” he continued. “A ceasefire means one thing and one thing only: ensuring the survival of Hamas; ensuring the survival of genocidal terrorists committed to the annihilation of Israel and Jews.”
“A ceasefire is a death sentence for countless more Israelis and Gazans,” he added as he revealed, “I have an idea.”
During today’s meeting at the @UN, I told the ambassadors in the General Assembly that everyone in the room knows what Moscow, Beijing, or Istanbul would do if they were in Israel’s shoes. Hamas committed terrible crimes and those who support a ceasefire allow Hamas to continue… pic.twitter.com/IPi7NwJTK1
— Ambassador Gilad Erdan גלעד ארדן (@giladerdan1) December 12, 2023
“If you want a real ceasefire, here is the right address,” he said, holding up a sign.
“This is the phone number of Hamas’ office in Gaza,” Erdan said. “You can all call +970-599373765 and ask for Yahya Sinwar. Tell Hamas to put down their arms, turn themselves in, and return our hostages. This will bring a complete ceasefire that will last forever.”
The sign stated, “For a Ceasefire dial +970-599373765,” and “Ask for Yahya Sinwar” alongside a photo of Sinwar.
I’m just amused at the idea that Hamas has a customer service line. Or that somehow Sinwar’s number is known and being given out by the Israeli ambassador so Karens can annoy him.
— Diane Yap (@RealDianeYap) December 12, 2023
“So why are you not doing this?” Erdan continued his fiery address. “Why are you not holding Hamas accountable? Ironically today is the United Nations International Day of Neutrality, the day on which the UN reminds itself to be an impartial mediator in the escalating conflict. Ignoring the war crimes of genocidal terrorists on today of all days; this body further proves its utter irrelevance. What a disgrace.”
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Gilad Erdan, presented the phone number of Hamas’ leader Yahya Sinwar and said: If you want a ceasefire, call him.
That’s hilarious! pic.twitter.com/28vp3xODsL
— Hananya Naftali (@HananyaNaftali) December 12, 2023
“Hamas does not respond to General Assembly resolutions; Hamas responds only to threats on its survival,” he went on. “Continuing Israel’s operation in Gaza is the only way any hostages will be released. This disgraceful resolution serves only one purpose: to try to tie Israel’s hands and allow Hamas to continue its reign of terror.”
You can call Hamas at +970-599373765 to request the release of the hostages. This appears to be legitimate. https://t.co/sf8d7yM6sg
— OpposingViews (@OpposingViews) December 12, 2023
“No piece of paper, especially one that is adopted by a biased, politicized majority, will prevent Israel from defending itself against those that seek our destruction,” the ambassador concluded. “Israel is fighting a war for our future. There is not a single member state here, not a single member state here, that would act differently in a similar situation.”
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Originally from New York, Powers graduated from New York University and eventually made her way to sunny South Florida. Powers also contributes to BizPac Review.
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