<h1>Israeli prime minister at UN defends intensified Gaza campaign, rejects ceasefire, vows to 'finish the job' amid protests</h1> The Israeli prime minister, speaking at the UN amid protests and walkouts, defended an intensified military campaign in Gaza, insisting his country 'must finish the job' against Hamas and rejecting international calls for a ceasefire. He framed Gaza as one front in a broader regional struggle, lauded allied support, and sought to reach hostages. The address came as numerous states moved to recognise Palestinian statehood, the International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli officials, and a separate UN court is considering genocide allegations, while critics urge accountability and immediate humanitarian relief.