New York Mayor Mamdani announced that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is being sought by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over war crimes and crimes against humanity allegations. Mamdani stressed that this arrest warrant must be taken seriously.
Mamdani stated that Netanyahu is the architect of the genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. He said his opinion is based on public records, not personal judgment. "Whether it is Netanyahu, Vladimir Putin or anyone else, an ICC order must be taken seriously," he added.
The New York mayor pledged that his administration would comply with all applicable local laws. The remarks reignited debate over Netanyahu's status under international law.