NYC Mayor Mamdani calls Israel's Netanyahu a 'war criminal' but admits he can't act on ICC arrest warrant

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani publicly denounced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling him a "war criminal" in a controversial statement. Despite acknowledging the city's inability to enforce an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court, Mamdani emphasized the need for federal action. This move highlights growing international scrutiny of Netanyahu's policies and underscores the complex dynamics between local officials and global governance, reflecting a broader debate on accountability for war crimes.