NYC

Hochul to Mamdani:

'Focus on New York, not Israel'

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul urges Mayor Zohran Mamdani to focus on city government rather than Israel amid concerns over his anti-Israel rhetoric.

Giulio Meotti:

New York has become 'Habibi City'

The city that saw the towers fall under the weight of planes piloted by men who invoked Allah has elected a mayor who bows to the same cultural tradition that speaks the language of those who, in other latitudes, consider the West an enemy. Opinion.

Haredi man attacked by 6 assailants in Borough Park

New York police were called to the scene following a report from Shomrim volunteers, arrested the suspects for questioning, and led them away from the scene in handcuffs.

NYC synagogue attacker faces new federal hate crime charges

Bronx man accused of attacking worshippers and making antisemitic and racist remarks at Central Synagogue in Manhattan now faces federal hate crime charges.

Witness blasts New York Times for downplaying synagogue attack

Congregant Harry Zimmerman accuses New York Times of failing to accurately report on and downplaying an antisemitic attack in an NYC synagogue.

Shabbat Terror:

Man attacks worshippers at NYC synagogue

A Bronx man faces hate crime charges after disrupting Shabbat services at Manhattan’s Central Synagogue, injuring a woman and attacking a security guard.

Israeli Consul

'Mamdani is failing to protect New York Jewish community'

Israeli Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis reacts to rise in antisemitic hate crimes in NYC since Zohran Mamdani became mayor.

NYPD:

No security detail for Mamdani's wife on Syria, Lebanon trip

NYPD says it will not send officers with Rama Duwaji on her planned Syria and Lebanon trip, citing Level 4 US travel advisories for both countries.

New York against Mamdani? The numbers revealed

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism over his economic policies, his stance toward Israel, and his relations with the city’s Jewish community.

Mamdani leaves major rabbinic organization out of rabbis meeting

Major Jewish rabbinical groups say they were excluded from Mamdani's meeting with rabbis, amid concerns over Israel, antisemitism and his rhetoric.

NYC rabbis confront mayor over Israel stance and antisemitism

Ten rabbis from all stripes of American Judaism reportedly confronted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdaniover his anti-Israel statements.

'Dangerous provocation'

Satmar Rebbe sticks up for Mamdani

Satmar Grand Rebbe Rabbi Zalman Leib Teitelbaum condemned efforts to brand Zohran Mamdani an antisemite, warning they could provoke hostility.

Anti-Jewish hate crimes make of 70% of hate crimes in NYC

Jews were the targets of nearly 70% of confirmed hate crimes in New York City last month, with anti-Jewish incidents rising more than 53% compared with July 2025, according to new NYPD data.

Jewish leaders condemn sentence in Chabad headquarters car attack

Brooklyn Jewish leaders criticize judge's decision to sentence man to time served for repeatedly ramming his car into Chabad's world headquarters.

9/11 families demand:

Ban Mamdani from 25th anniversary ceremony

A petition drive led by 9/11 victims' families demands NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani be barred from the 25th anniversary Ground Zero memorial ceremony.

Mamdani rejects calls for apology after Upper West End stabbing

NYC Mayor declines calls from Jewish leaders to apologize for his anti-Israel rhetoric after a man wearing a kippah was stabbed on the Upper West Side.

Suspect shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’

Jewish man and Asian man stabbed on Upper West Side

Suspect arrested following double stabbing of Jewish man and Asian man on NYC's Upper West Side. Eyewitnesses say the suspect shouted "Allahu Akbar". Police probing suspected hate crime.

NYPD investigates antisemitic and anti-Muslim attack in Brooklyn

New York police are investigating two separate suspected hate crimes targeting Jewish and Muslim victims, including an alleged assault in Brooklyn and a threatening confrontation aboard an MTA bus in Queens.

Day after anti-Netanyahu rant

Mamdani posts peaceful Tisha B'Av wish

Following intense backlash over his rhetoric against PM Benjamin Netanyahu, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani issues a peaceful Tisha B'Av message to Jewish residents.

'Focus on your city'

Consul General Akunis slams Mamdani's anti-Israel attacks

Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis slams NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for spreading "blood libels" and obsessively demonizing Israel despite admitting he lacks the authority to arrest Netanyahu.

Simon Wiesenthal Center

'Mamdani's political spectacle erases Hamas's victims'

Jewish human rights group accuses NYC mayor of abusing his position to erase the victims of October 7 and attack the leader of the only Jewish state at a time of rising antisemitism.

Man seriously injured in antisemitic assault in Brooklyn

A man in his 60s was seriously injured after being attacked on a street in Flatbush, New York. The New York Police Department’s Hate Crimes Unit opened an investigation into the circumstances.

NYC Councilman blasts Mamdani's 'obsession' with Netanyahu

New York City Council member Jim Gennaro slams NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over empty threats to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Mamdani concedes:

'I don’t have the authority to arrest Netanyahu'

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani admits the city lacks legal authority to execute an ICC arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu, urging federal action instead.

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.

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.

Incendiary device explodes outside FBI building in Manhattan

An incendiary device hidden in a cart exploded outside a Manhattan federal building, injuring two people before the suspect was arrested.

'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.

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.

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.

Eight wounded, including four children, in Brooklyn shooting

Police said officers responded to reports of gunfire in Coney Island just before 10:40 p.m., and a firearm was recovered at the scene.

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.

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 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'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.

'No genocide enablers'

Brooklyn cafe cancels Jewish lawmaker’s order

Brooklyn coffee shop facing allegations of antisemitism and civil rights violations after refusing service and refunding the order of Rep. Dan Goldman.

'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.

My grandfather called it home:

Sovereignty isn't luxury. It’s a minimum guarantee for our future

'We are no longer on the defense. We are on the offense now and we are not going back,' Governor of the Binyamin Regional Council, Israel Ganz, says to the JNS Policy Summit.

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."

Sid Rosenberg on Trump:

'At the end of the day, he's still our friend'

At the JNS Policy Summit, radio host Sid Rosenberg slams New York's leadership, urges faith in Trump following Iran deal, and urges American Jews to forcefully fight rising antisemitism.

Seinfeld’s response leaves anti-Israel troll speechless

The outspoken pro-Israel comedian laughed off a troll’s request for a 'Free Palestine' message with a brief and pointed response.

Analysis:

Israel divestment could cost NYC taxpayers $37b

BDS movement targets major American companies like Amazon, Alphabet and Microsoft; ADL-JLens report estimates risk to NYC Pension Funds.

NYC:

Five wounded in Penn Station stabbing rampage

Five people hospitalized following a series of stabbings at Penn Station; a suspect is in custody.

'Jews are eating kids':

Alarming antisemitic attack on NYC subway

A 23-year-old Orthodox Jewish woman suffered a concussion after being allegedly targeted, choked and assaulted aboard a New York City subway.

NYPD data reveals: Jews remain top target in New York City

Antisemitic offenses comprised over 60% of New York City’s hate crimes in May despite a drop in overall crime, according to the latest data from NYPD.

'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.

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.

'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.

US Congresswoman Lauren Gillen joins Celebrate Israel Parade

US Congresswoman Lauren Gillen calls for unity, support for Jewish Americans, and stronger US-Israel ties while urging opposition to hate and politicization of the event.

Amb. Danon:

'NYC Israel Day Parade a crushing response to our haters'

Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon posts a video showing tens of thousands marching in NYC's Israel Day Parade: “We are proud of Israel."

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."

'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.

Watch:

Thousands march in NYC in support of Israel

Over 40,000 marchers participate in the annual Israel Day Parade on Manhattan's 5th Avenue.

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.

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.

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.

Legal challenge filed over Brooklyn coop’s Israel boycott

Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop for its Israel boycott.

Vows tight security

Mamdani stands firm on Israel Day boycott

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

This Friday:

Join the Arutz Sheva Leadership Forum in New York

Arutz Sheva will be hosting a special event in Queens on Friday, May 29. The event will bring together Israeli officials, journalists, and community leaders in a show of support for the Jewish state.

Park Slope Food Coop votes for Israel boycott

Brooklyn’s Park Slope Food Coop votes to boycott Israeli products in virtual vote critics warn creates antisemitism.