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NYC rabbis ‘hopeful' after telling Mamdani his Israel rhetoric makes Jews feel unsafe - interview

Despite past criticisms of Mamdani for choosing to associate with select sects of Judaism, both rabbis told The Jerusalem Post that “there was tremendous diversity around the table.”

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during a press conference on Universal Child Care at Bedrock Preschool on August 04, 2026 in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx borough in New York City.
A full moon rises behind the Galata Tower in Istanbul, Turkey, July 29, 2026.

Police detain opposition mayor in Turkish Ankara district in dawn raid over corruption claims

A person holds an image of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a rally organised by "End Jew Hatred" in opposition to him in New York City, US, July 26, 2026.

It’s time for New Yorkers to reject Zohran Mamdani’s dangerous ‘genocide’ libel - opinion

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men block a road during a protest against the jailing of seminary students who failed to comply with an army recruitment order on Road 4 near Bnei Brak, July 16, 2026.

Tax Authority will immediately stop war damage claims until Bnei Brak mayor condemns mob attacks


Jewish NGOs, Ottawa mayor withdraw from pride parade over 'genocide' statement

Jewish organizations and Ottawa's mayor pull out of Capital Pride after its controversial statement accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza, sparking community tensions.

 A person holds a placard in support of Palestinians, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, during the annual LGBTQ+ Pride Parade in Milan, Italy, June 29, 2024.

Majdal Shams attack in Golan Heights reveals urgent need for enhanced school safety - opinion

The recent rocket attack in Majdal Shams exposed the urgent need for improved school safety measures before the new school year starts.

 CLASS IS in session for Arab students at the Beit Hanina neighborhood’s Noreen school.

Who is Brad Lander, the Jewish New York City comptroller weighing a run for mayor?

Brad Lander’s potential mayoral run raises questions about his progressive values and Zionist stance.

 New York City Comptroller Brad Lander in his Manhattan office, July 18, 2024.

US political leaders visit Israel on CAM solidarity mission to combat antisemitism, strengthen ties

Two bipartisan American delegations visited Israel in June led by the Combat Antisemitism Movement, aiming to strengthen ties and understand the challenges of post-Hamas' invasion on October 7.

 Sasha Roitman-Dratwa, CEO of CAM

Lod's Mayor expresses concern over terrorism in neglected mix Arab-Israeli city amid rising tension

The mayor of Lod, Israel, raises alarm over escalating crime and gang influence, warning of national security threats posed by armed gangs.

 Lod's Mayor Yair Ravivo, 15-Jul-2021

NYC Mayor: 'No room for hate in our city to praise Hamas'

Mayor Adams criticized pro-Palestinian protesters' language as "immoral" and denounced support for Hamas, emphasizing unwavering support for Israel and urging peaceful protests without hate speech.

 FILE PHOTO: New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a news conference at 1 Police Plaza in New York City, US, April 3, 2024.

Mayors demand that gov't drop plan to take over appointments of city rabbis

The 100 mayors who wrote the letter to the Religious Affairs Minister were specifically expressing their opposition to a series of directives published by the Religious Affairs ministry on April 11.

 Arye Deri and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, attend  a Shas Party faction meeting, at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 23, 2023.

Jewish NGO seeks to enlist US mayors in the fight against antisemitism

As antisemitic cases spike across the United States, the Combat Antisemitism Movement is working to partner with local leaders to combat antisemitism in their communities.

 New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

35 municipalities to hold second election round on Sunday

According to Israeli law, in this scenario, the top two finishers in the race go head-to-head, and therefore, 70 candidates will be up for election on Sunday. 

 Jerusalemites cast their ballots for the 2024 municipal elections, on February 27, 2024.

Big revelation: Meet Israel's top 22 most popular mayors

Three of Israel's top mayors: Ronen Plot of Nof HaGalil leads with 98.5% support, followed by Ruvik Danilovich of Beer Sheva with 96.6%, and Nissim Gozlan of Be'er Yaakov with 96%.

 Israelis cast their votes at a voting station on the morning of the Municipal Elections, in Jerusalem, on February 27, 2024.