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NBA Stars Wembanyama and Irving Like Viral Video Calling to Arrest Netanyahu in New York
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First reported by Walla · 2 hours ago
What happened
NBA stars Victor Wembanyama and Kyrie Irving liked a viral video by New York City Mayor Eric Adams calling to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes if he visits the US. The video accuses Israel of genocide against Palestinians, but Adams later said legal limits prevent such an arrest.
- 01Victor Wembanyama and Kyrie Irving liked a viral video calling to arrest Netanyahu in the US.
- 02The video was posted by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, labeling Netanyahu a war criminal.
- 03Adams accused Israel of genocide against Palestinians and human rights violations.
- 04Irving has a history of criticizing Israel and Netanyahu; this is Wembanyama's first related comment.
- 05Adams said legal restrictions prevent arresting Netanyahu if he visits New York.
- 06The incident highlights sports figures engaging in international political issues.
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