NYC Mayoral Candidate Vows Netanyahu Arrest Over ICC Warrant

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee and frontrunner for New York City mayor, has vowed to order the NYPD to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits the city, citing an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant accusing Netanyahu of war crimes in Gaza. Mamdani maintains his pledge despite legal experts warning that such an arrest would be practically unfeasible, likely violate federal law, and exceed the mayor's legal authority. The United States is not a party to the ICC and does not recognize its jurisdiction, with President Donald Trump having imposed measures against the court following the issuance of the warrant. Netanyahu has dismissed Mamdani's threats as 'silly,' and Trump has warned Mamdani to 'behave' or face consequences. Mamdani has framed his position as a commitment to upholding international law and intends to pursue similar actions against other leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin. The mayoral race is gaining attention amid speculation about other candidates, but Mamdani's stance on this issue remains a key and controversial part of his campaign platform.