Exclusive: Israeli President Herzog blasts Mamdani, praises Trump, sounds alarm on Iran
JERUSALEM, Israel: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is spreading hateful and antisemitic rhetoric and endangering the lives of New Yorkers, Israeli President Isaac Herzog told Fox News Digital in an exclusive interview at his Jerusalem residence."Mamdani does not respect my nation's right for self-determination… the Jewish people's inherent right to have a nation of their own. And he's basically spreading blasphemy, hate, antisemitic rhetoric.
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for antisemitic remarks. He praised former US President Donald Trump. He warned that Iran poses a serious threat. He spoke in an exclusive interview with Fox News at his Jerusalem residence.
Why it matters
The comments show growing tension between Israeli leaders and US local politicians over Israel-Palestine issues. They also highlight ongoing concerns about Iran's influence and the state of US-Israel relations.
- Who criticized Mayor Mamdani?
- Israeli President Isaac Herzog criticized him.
- What did Herzog say about Trump?
- He praised former President Donald Trump.
- What warning did Herzog give about Iran?
- He said Iran is a serious threat.
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Exclusive: Israeli President Herzog blasts Mamdani, praises Trump, sounds alarm on Iran
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