NBA Stars Kyrie Irving and Victor Wembanyama Support Calls to Arrest Netanyahu in New York
How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By דסק החדשות C14
First reported by Walla · Jul 22, 2026
What happened
NBA players Kyrie Irving and Victor Wembanyama publicly supported New York Mayor Eric Adams's call for the U.S. federal government to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his upcoming UN visit, sparking controversy. Adams labeled Netanyahu a war criminal but admitted local authorities lack arrest powers. Irving's past criticisms of Israel contrast with Wembanyama's unexpected political stance.
- 01New York Mayor Eric Adams called for Netanyahu's arrest during his UN visit, sparking controversy.
- 02NBA stars Kyrie Irving and Victor Wembanyama liked Adams's video supporting the arrest call.
- 03Adams admitted local authorities cannot legally arrest Netanyahu but urged federal action.
- 04Irving has a history of controversial anti-Israel statements and social media posts.
- 05Wembanyama's involvement surprised many as he had avoided political issues before.
- 06The incident highlights tensions around Netanyahu's planned September UN appearance.
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