Israeli Ambassador Calls for NYC Mayor Mamdani’s Arrest Ahead of UN Assembly

The Israeli ambassador to the United States has called for the arrest of New York City Mayor Mamdani, accusing him of inciting unrest and collaborating with an enemy of the United States. The demand came ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s visit to New York for the United Nations General Assembly, stirring diplomatic tensions.

The ambassador alleged that Mayor Mamdani sent officials to meet with the Iranian ambassador at the UN, intensifying the controversy. He said, "If someone should be arrested, it’s Mayor Mamdani for inciting, for actually collaborating with the enemy of the United States." Meanwhile, city officials emphasized their commitment to upholding constitutional rights, with one stating, "We respect that right, and this is a city that is proud of the Constitution, proud of the First Amendment." The focus remains on ensuring the city is prepared to host global representatives safely during the assembly, with the mayor reportedly not planning to attend any protests.