Netanyahu Responds to NYC Mayor's Accusations Ahead of UN Trip

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has released a video statement sharply condemning remarks made by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who previously labeled the Israeli leader a war criminal and architect of genocide against Palestinians. TheBelaaz news agency reported that Netanyahu accused Adams of supporting the terrorist organization Hamas, responsible for the massacre of Israeli civilians, and of inciting unrest against the Jewish community in New York.

"Shame on you, Adams, for supporting the terrorist monster Hamas, which massacred our people. Shame on you for inciting riots against the Jews of New York," Netanyahu stated in the video. This exchange occurs as Netanyahu prepares to travel to the United States for United Nations events.

Netanyahu emphasized his intention to use the international platform to defend Israel's interests and the actions of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). "I am going to the UN, I am going to tell the truth about our heroic soldiers, and I am going to expose the truth about you," he added, directly addressing the mayor. Security and counter-terrorism are expected to be central themes during Netanyahu's visit to New York and his meetings with world leaders.