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Israeli ambassador: Protest against Iran exposed U.N.’s ‘distorted moral compass’

Gilad Erdan: ‘We separate between the people of Iran and the ruthless radical regime that oppresses them’

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Israel’s Ambassador to the U.N. Gilad Erdan holds up a sign stating 'Iranian Women Deserve Freedom Now' seconds after Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi began addressing world leaders during the United Nations General Assembly on September 19, 202,3 in New York City.

Israel’s Permanent Representative to the U.N. Gilad Erdan had a viral moment this week that, judging from the news coverage and reactions on his social media, was seen around the world.

When Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi stood in...

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