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Satmar Rebbe Defends Mayor Medadani, Warns Against Provoking Host Nations

How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Aug 10, 2026

What happened

The Satmar Rebbe publicly defended New York Mayor Zorhan Medadani against antisemitism accusations by ultra-Orthodox groups, warning that such attacks provoke host nations and endanger Jewish community safety. He urged adherence to traditional Jewish teachings on living peacefully in exile, citing Jeremiah's command to seek the peace of the city.

  • 01Satmar Rebbe Rabbi Yekutiel Yehuda Teitelbaum defended Mayor Zorhan Medadani against antisemitism claims.
  • 02He condemned ultra-Orthodox campaigns as dangerous provocations threatening Jewish community safety.
  • 03The Rebbe cited Jeremiah's command to seek peace with host nations during exile.
  • 04He warned that labeling Medadani antisemitic escalates tensions and risks communal security.
  • 05The Rebbe criticized similar provocations occurring both in Israel and the U.S.
  • 06His remarks call for restraint and adherence to Torah ways to maintain peace in exile.

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PlacesNew York, Kiryas Joel, Monroe, United States, Israel

Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 10, 2026
Satmar Rebbe Defends Mayor Medadani, Warns Against Provoking Host Nations
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 10, 2026
Satmar Rebbe Condemns Attacks Labeling NYC Mayor Antisemitic as Provocation
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 10, 2026
Satmar Rebbe Defends NYC Mayor Medadani Amid Jewish Community Protests

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