Netanyahu vows to go to New York City despite ICC arrest warrant, Mamdani
Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to speak at the United Nations in New York City despite an International Criminal Court arrest warrant and opposition from New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani has said Netanyahu should be arrested if he visits, but Netanyahu dismissed these comments and criticized Mamdani during a Fox News interview.Key Facts
- Netanyahu intends to speak at the UN in New York City despite an ICC arrest warrant against him.
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani has publicly said Netanyahu is not welcome and should be arrested if he visits.
- The ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a former Israeli Defense Minister in November 2024 for alleged war crimes in Gaza.
- Polls show mixed or unfavorable views of Netanyahu among Jewish adults in the U.S., with some more supportive of Mamdani.
- Mamdani supports Palestinian rights and is critical of Israel, which has led to strong criticism from pro-Israel groups.
- There has been a shift in U.S. public opinion with growing calls to rethink U.S. support for Israel and its policies.
- Netanyahu called any future Iranian attacks on Israel a "terrible mistake."
- A recent U.S. poll found 46% believe Netanyahu should be arrested, while 28% disagree.
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