Netanyahu will make a quick trip to speak at the UN after Mamdani urged his arrest, diplomat says
The visit comes despite an ICC arrest warrant and expected protests as New York officials debate whether to seek his detention.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will make a 24-hour trip to New York, arriving late Sept. 23 to address the General Assembly on Sept. 24 before returning to Israel that night.
- Following Mayor Zohran Mamdani's arrest call over the war in Gaza, Ambassador Danny Danon said Netanyahu has "no option" but to attend the gathering despite the political pressure.
- The International Criminal Court issued a warrant in November 2024 accusing Netanyahu of crimes against humanity, specifically alleging "starvation as a weapon of warfare" by restricting humanitarian aid; Israel denies the charges.
- Danon warned that protests could "create more chaos" on New York streets during high-level meetings, adding, "I expect that there will be something like another show."
- The gathering of leaders from 193 nations coincides with Jewish holidays and an Israeli election campaign, forcing Netanyahu to balance international diplomatic obligations with domestic political pressures.
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Israeli PM to make short trip to speak at the UN after Mamdani's call for his arrest
NEW YORK — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit New York this month for a short trip amid calls for his arrest by Zohran Mamdani, the city's mayor. Netanyahu, who faces an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for war crimes in Gaza, will be in the United States to address the UN General Assembly (UNGA).Netanyahu is making a whirlwind 24-hour trip to speak at the annual UN gathering of world leaders beca…
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Times of IndiaNetanyahu heads to UN as New York mayor Zohran Mamdani calls for his arrest
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will attend the UN gathering this month. New York's mayor urged his arrest, which the envoy called political maneuvering. Netanyahu faces an ICC arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza. He will address the UN General Assembly during Jewish holidays and an election. Protests and a walkout are anticipated during his scheduled speech.
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