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New York Mayor Calls Netanyahu 'War Criminal' But Admits No Power to Arrest
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First reported by Israel National News · 18 minutes ago
What happened
New York City Mayor Eric Adams reiterated his accusations against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a "war criminal" and "architect of a terrible genocide." However, Adams admitted he lacks the legal authority to arrest Netanyahu, a power he had previously suggested he would exercise.
- 01NYC Mayor Adams again called Netanyahu a 'war criminal'.
- 02Adams admitted he lacks authority to arrest Netanyahu.
- 03He previously pledged to order Netanyahu's arrest.
- 04Adams urged federal government action instead.
- 05He discussed rule of law with The Hague's mayor.
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