Protesters Burn US Flags During Netanyahu Speech In Congress

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, right background, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, left background are seen during their meeting at the presidential palace in the capital Nicosi

During Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress on Wednesday, protesters gathered at Union Station were seen burning US flags and depictions of Netanyahu. The Prime Minister referred to the protesters as 'Iran's useful idiots' in his address.

The White House responded to the protests, calling them disgraceful. A White House spokesperson, Andrew Bates, stated, 'Antisemitism and violence are never acceptable. Period.'

The incident at Union Station highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding Netanyahu's visit and the broader political issues at play. The burning of flags and depictions is a stark display of dissent and opposition to the Prime Minister's policies.

Netanyahu referred to protesters as 'Iran's useful idiots.'

Protesters burned US flags and Netanyahu depictions at Union Station.

White House spokesperson called the protests disgraceful.

Protests against political figures are not uncommon, but the use of violence and antisemitic imagery is particularly concerning. The White House's condemnation underscores the gravity of the situation and the need for respectful and peaceful expression of dissent.

As the fallout from the protests continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the incident will impact diplomatic relations and public discourse surrounding Israel and its leadership.