Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon announced that Israel will no longer continue cooperating with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, accusing the United Nations of escalating what Israeli officials describe as a deeply entrenched anti-Israel agenda. The dramatic move came after the UN placed Israeli forces on a blacklist tied to allegations of sexual violence in conflict zones, grouping them alongside terrorist organizations including Hamas and ISIS in a decision that sparked outrage across Israel’s political leadership.

Danon condemned the designation during an interview with i24 News, calling the move a “shameful decision” and “blood libel” after Israel reportedly spent the past year attempting to challenge and disprove the accusations. Israeli officials argue the blacklist reflects political bias rather than factual analysis, insisting the UN has repeatedly ignored Hamas atrocities while disproportionately targeting Israel as it continues military operations against terror groups in Gaza following the October 7 attacks and the broader regional conflict.

The escalating standoff further deepens tensions between Israel and the United Nations at a time of intense international scrutiny surrounding the Gaza war and Middle East security. Supporters of Israel blasted the UN decision as morally outrageous and dangerous, arguing that equating the Israeli military with internationally recognized terrorist organizations undermines the credibility of global institutions while emboldening anti-Israel movements worldwide.