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Hold Me Back!

Mamdani’s brave and viral posturing at the end of a rope

As Israeli minister Ofir Akunis put it, he might try running New York City and only New York City. The constituency being served here is not New York. It is the segment of his base for whom hating the Jewish state is the organizing obsession of political life. Opinion.

Mamdani’s brave and viral posturing at the end of a rope

NYC Councilwoman:

'Probe Mamdani’s threat to arrest Netanyahu'

NYC Councilwoman Inna Vernikov asks the State Department to review Mayor Zohran Mamdani's vow to detain Netanyahu.

'Probe Mamdani’s threat to arrest Netanyahu'

Danon blasts Mamdani

"The one who should be arrested is you"

UN Ambassador Danny Danon blasted NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over threats to arrest PM Netanyahu, calling them "political theater" and accusing him of siding with terrorists.

"The one who should be arrested is you"

Trump answers Mamdani:

Netanyahu will not be arrested

President Trump said Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested in the US, rejecting NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposal.

Netanyahu will not be arrested

Haskel urges Israel to ban Zohran Mamdani from entering country

MK Haskel calls on Israeli government to declare NYC Mayor candidate Zohran Mamdani persona non grata, citing his calls to arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu, support for boycotts against Israel.

Haskel urges Israel to ban Zohran Mamdani from entering country

'Just a clown'

Fetterman slams Mamdani over Netanyahu arrest threats

Senator John Fetterman rebukes NYC Mayor for exploring the arrest of PM Netanyahu, calling the plan an unrealistic stunt.

Fetterman slams Mamdani over Netanyahu arrest threats

"Kangaroo court"

PMO fires back at Mamdani's arrest threats

The Prime Minister's office accused NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani of threatening to arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu out of self-interest rather than commitment to international law.

PMO fires back at Mamdani's arrest threats

'Political Theater':

US Ambassador explains why Mamdani can't arrest Netanyahu

US Ambassador Mike Waltz says New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has no legal authority to arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu during the UN General Assembly.

US Ambassador explains why Mamdani can't arrest Netanyahu

Mamdani threatens to arrest Netanyhau

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani calls Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a 'war criminal,' says he is exploring whether he has the legal authority to arrest him during a future visit.

Mamdani threatens to arrest Netanyhau

Amid criticism

Mamdani draws parallels to Mandela

New York City Mayor invokes Nelson Mandela’s refusal to abandon “Palestinian solidarity", comparing the scrutiny to his own anti-Israel stance.

Mamdani draws parallels to Mandela

The demographic war:

Mamdani baptized the winners and buried the losers

The Islamic communist mayor of New York did not “forget" the Italians: he simply clarified who the winners are in the great demographic battle that will decide the future of all Western countries. Opinion.

Mamdani baptized the winners and buried the losers

Researcher:

'Rahm Emanuel doesn’t speak for American Jews'

Inbal Ratz Gilmore says Emanuel’s attack on Israeli policy ignores the deeper crisis shaking America. She argues that many American Jews are rethinking old assumptions - and seeking a stronger connection with Israel.

'Rahm Emanuel doesn’t speak for American Jews'

Fears of building collapse

Israeli Consulate in New York evacuated

Authorities evacuated nearby buildings, including the Israeli Consulate, after cracks and buckling beams were found in a Midtown tower.

Israeli Consulate in New York evacuated

Ahead of 2028 bid

Kamala Harris holds talks with Mamdani and left-wing activists

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is quietly establishing relationships with progressive Democrats and pro-Palestinian Arab activists, signalling early preparation for a 2028 White House run.

Kamala Harris holds talks with Mamdani and left-wing activists

Terrorist or journalist?:

Danny Danon's trivia with the UN Security Council

Ambassador Danon showed the envoys a series of images illustrating how the UN adopts Hamas propaganda and presents Nukhba unit commanders and terror operatives as journalists.

Danny Danon's trivia with the UN Security Council

From the Hebrew press:

New York. The end.

New York's Jews are living on borrowed time. Opinion.

New York. The end.

Danon attacks Mamdani:

'Easy to understand who he supports'

Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon fiercely criticizes New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani after his latest comments questioning Israel's right to exist.

'Easy to understand who he supports'

Mamdani continues his attacks on Israel

NYC Mayor Mamdani criticizes U.S. Middle East policy, claiming New Yorkers' tax dollars are being used to enable Israel to violate international law.

Mamdani continues his attacks on Israel

700 US rabbis to Mamdani:

Apologize for calling AIPAC ‘monsters’

'Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s recent speech about pro-Israel civic participation is dangerous, unacceptable and beneath the office he holds,' the letter read.

Apologize for calling AIPAC ‘monsters’

Mamdani is mainstreaming antisemitic conspiracy theories

Mayor Mamdani's attacks on AIPAC revive antisemitic tropes, normalize hatred of Jews, and endanger New York's Jewish community. Op-ed.

Mamdani is mainstreaming antisemitic conspiracy theories

New York primary:

Mamdani ally Brad Lander knocks out Rep. Dan Goldman

Former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, who was endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, defeats incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman.

Mamdani ally Brad Lander knocks out Rep. Dan Goldman

Mamdani's 'monster' remarks

Former NYC Comptroller sidesteps condemning NYC Mayor

Former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander faces pushback at a Brooklyn polling site for failing to directly condemn Mayor Zohran Mamdani's harsh rhetoric against AIPAC.

Former NYC Comptroller sidesteps condemning NYC Mayor

'A status quo for immorality'

Mamdani defends calling AIPAC 'monsters'

New York Mayor rejects accusations of antisemitism from Jewish leaders, defends his recent verbal attacks on AIPAC.

Mamdani defends calling AIPAC 'monsters'

Watch:

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana answers NYC Mayor Mamdani

Amir Ohana responded to Zohran Mamdani calling AIPAC 'monsters' at the JNS International Policy Summit.

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana answers NYC Mayor Mamdani

Mamdani sparks fury after labeling AIPAC 'monsters'

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized after branding AIPAC and its supporters "monsters". Manhattan rabbi: “This is pure incitement."

Mamdani sparks fury after labeling AIPAC 'monsters'

‘We’re fooling ourselves’:

Dov Hikind’s sobering warning

Dov Hikind warned of rising antisemitism in the US, urged stronger support for Israel and called for greater national unity over haredi enlistment.

Dov Hikind’s sobering warning

'I am offended'

Mamdani blasts Smotrich's participation at Israel Day Parade

NYC Mayor Mamdani criticizes some Israeli ministers' attendance at the Israel Day Parade, while stressing his commitment to ensuring it was properly secured.

Mamdani blasts Smotrich's participation at Israel Day Parade

NY Governor hopeful vows to fight rising antisemitism

At New York's Israel Day Parade, Bruce Blakeman criticized Zohran Mamdani, warned of rising antisemitism, and vowed action.

NY Governor hopeful vows to fight rising antisemitism

Rep. Lawler:

It's more dangerous than ever to be Jewish in NYC

Rep. Mike Lawler spoke with Arutz Sheva whilst marching in New York's Israel Day Parade, criticizing Mayor Mamdani's absence and warning of rising antisemitism.

It's more dangerous than ever to be Jewish in NYC

'He hates us':

Sid Rosenberg unloads on absent NYC Mayor

WABC host Sid Rosenberg praised parade unity and security, arguing the NYC mayor's absence underscored the event's historic significance.

Sid Rosenberg unloads on absent NYC Mayor

Victoria Zirkiev: We need more young people fighting online hate

Speaking at the Arutz Sheva Summit in New York City, Chazaq's Women's Division President Victoria Zirkiev discussed antisemitism, online advocacy and Jewish pride.

Victoria Zirkiev: We need more young people fighting online hate

The real mistake:

It's not Mamdani skipping the parade. It’s us begging him to come

When we want to hold this mayor accountable, let us hold him accountable for what he does in office, not for declining an invitation he should never have received. Who needed him there? Opinion.

It's not Mamdani skipping the parade. It’s us begging him to come

Mamdani wasn't there - were you?

Mamdani did what 95% of Jews did. Opinion.

Mamdani wasn't there - were you?

Smotrich from NY:

'Our hearts stand in solidarity with the Jewish community'

Finance Minister speaks with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News ahead of the Israel Day Parade: "Zohran Mamdani chose the wrong side of history and missed out on a massive connection with global Jewry."

'Our hearts stand in solidarity with the Jewish community'

'We will fight together'

Fmr. Mayor Adams, Knesset Speaker Ohana march together in NYC

Speaking to Arutz Sheva at the Israeli Day Parade, Eric Adams vowed New York would stand with Israel, while Amir Ohana stressed Jewish unity amid the mayor's absence.

Fmr. Mayor Adams, Knesset Speaker Ohana march together in NYC

NYC Councilman

'Jewish people must confront those playing for the other team'

Speaking at the Arutz Sheva conference, New York City Councilman James F. Gennaro called on leaders to do more to stand up against antisemitism and Israel-bashing.

'Jewish people must confront those playing for the other team'

Unprecedented security for Israel Parade in New York

Tens of thousands of people are expected to march today (Sunday) in New York’s annual Israel Parade under unprecedented police security measures. The event will be broadcast live by Arutz Sheva.

Unprecedented security for Israel Parade in New York

UJA chief slams Mamdani:

'Your absence at Israel Day parade will be long-remembered'

UJA-Federation CEO Eric Goldstein writes open letter sharply rebuking Mayor Mamdani over his boycott of Sunday’s Israel Day parade.

'Your absence at Israel Day parade will be long-remembered'

Vows tight security

Mamdani stands firm on Israel Day boycott

Mayor Mamdani defends his decision to boycott the Israel Day parade scheduled for Sunday.

Mamdani stands firm on Israel Day boycott

A lost opportunity

The anti-Mamdani rally was a success, but it lacked a crucial message. Opinion.

A lost opportunity

Thousands to rally at Gracie Mansion over rising antisemitism

Thousands are expected Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 PM outside Gracie Mansion in Manhattan for a rally organized by End Jew Hatred to protest rising extremism, antisemitism and intimidation after anti‑Israel demonstrations in Flatbush. Organizers say leaders of multiple faiths will speak; details at the official event page.

Thousands to rally at Gracie Mansion over rising antisemitism

First time since 1964:

New York mayor will not participate in Israel Day Parade

Annual Salute to Israel Parade on Fifth Avenue will take place without New York City’s mayor; organizers expect record attendance and a strong presence of Israeli official representatives.

New York mayor will not participate in Israel Day Parade

Atlas mugged

It's not only antisemitism - although if it makes US Jews leave they will take their money with them - but the Blue States' plan to milk the wealthy is already causing them to move to other places - taking their income with them. Opinion.

Atlas mugged

After backlash

Mamdani defends 'Nakba Day' post

NYC Mayor Mamdani defends his “Nakba Day" post which was criticized by Jewish groups: My message to Jewish leaders is that my door is always open.

Mamdani defends 'Nakba Day' post

Senior NYC rabbi calls for boycott of Mamdani

Rabbi Avi Weiss accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of antisemitism after a controversial video marking the “Nakba" sparked backlash.

Senior NYC rabbi calls for boycott of Mamdani

Mamdani sparks outrage with anti-Israel 'Nakba Day' video

Jewish groups slam NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for “Nakba" Day" video and claim that “the Nakba continues to this day".

Mamdani sparks outrage with anti-Israel 'Nakba Day' video

Mamdani's Shavuot celebration:

A defining moment for Jewish leadership in NYC

To attend or not to attend? To attend is not merely to partake in a cultural observance; it is to engage with an administration whose words and positions are antagonistic. Opinion.

A defining moment for Jewish leadership in NYC

Are we there yet?

Only several years ago, one antisemitic act would have provoked sustained national outrage. Now, these acts are so numerous that one cannot even count them, let alone sufficiently lament them. Opinion.

Are we there yet?

Wave of antisemitic graffiti targets Queens Jewish community

Antisemitic graffiti, including swastikas, found on synagogues and homes in Queens, as officials warn of rising hate crimes targeting Jews.

Wave of antisemitic graffiti targets Queens Jewish community

NY:

Poll shows minority of NYC Jewish voters approve of Mamdani

A new poll finds just 32% of Jewish voters rate Mayor Zohran Mamdani positively, while most express concern over rising antisemitism in New York City.

Poll shows minority of NYC Jewish voters approve of Mamdani

'Show up for Jews too'

Jewish group hits back at Mayor Mamdani

Jewish Community Relations Council of New York criticizes Mayor Zohran Mamdani for condemning Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla while remaining silent on antisemitic incident in Brooklyn.

Jewish group hits back at Mayor Mamdani

Mamdani slams Israel for arresting Gaza flotilla activists

New York City Mayor criticizes Israel for intercepting the Global Sumud Flotilla and detaining over 175 activists, calling the action an unlawful violation of international law.

Mamdani slams Israel for arresting Gaza flotilla activists

Mamdani vetoes protest buffer zone bill tied to campus unrest

Mayor Mamdani vetoes NYC school protest buffer zone bill, drawing criticism from Jewish groups.

Mamdani vetoes protest buffer zone bill tied to campus unrest

Mrs. Mamdani apologizes - but won't denounce terror

Rama Dweiji, the wife of Zohran Mamdani, expressed remorse for "offensive language" she posted as a teenager, but did not address her implied support for the October 7 massacre.

Mrs. Mamdani apologizes  - but won't denounce terror

Due to Mamdani participation

Jewish comedian Modi pulls out of Passover event

Jewish comedian Modi announces he will not attend the annual Downtown Seder in Lower Manhattan after learning that NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is participating.

Jewish comedian Modi pulls out of Passover event

NY City Hall’s Moral Collapse:

The alarming rise of antisemitism under Mamdani’s watch

The rise of antisemitism under Mamdani is not merely a political issue; it is a moral one. It challenges the very principles upon which New York City-and indeed the broader American project-are founded. Opinion.

The alarming rise of antisemitism under Mamdani’s watch

Man arrested for planning to firebomb anti-Israel activist

Man arrested over alleged firebomb plot targeting pro-Palestinian activist Nerdeen Kiswani.

Man arrested for planning to firebomb anti-Israel activist

The Mamdani victimhood narrative and the American future

The embrace of terror supporters by the mayor and his wife, coupled with the media’s efforts to confuse the public about an Islamist terror attack at a protest in front of Gracie Mansion, is a tipping point in American society. Op-ed.

The Mamdani victimhood narrative and the American future

Ramadan event

Mamdani introduced by extremist who called to bomb Tel Aviv

New York City Mayor attends event at Staten Island Mosque, where he was introduced by Abdullah Akl, who called on Hamas to "strike Tel Aviv" and for "Intifada."

Mamdani introduced by extremist who called to bomb Tel Aviv

Two arrested for ISIS bombing plot at Mamdani's residence

Two men have been charged with terrorism-related offenses following an attempted bombing outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence at Gracie Mansion. The incident occurred on Saturday amid an anti-Islam protest.

Two arrested for ISIS  bombing plot at Mamdani's residence