Security forces have detained individuals who allegedly emerged from a manhole close to where global leaders are gathered for the United Nations General Assembly. The arrests follow a recent increase in comparable unauthorized entries in the area, raising concerns about security protocols during the high-profile event. Authorities have not yet disclosed further details about the circumstances or the individuals involved. The incident underscores heightened vigilance as diplomats and officials convene for the annual diplomatic summit.


The authorities said that the men had slinked out of a manhole near where world leaders were staying for the U.N. General Assembly. The arrests come amid a surge of similar incidents in the city.