NYC Mayor Says Netanyahu Belongs in The Hague, Calls for Accountability
New York mayor says Israeli premier should face international justice as growing global outrage mounts over alleged war crimes and widespread devastation in Gaza
NEW YORK (MNTV) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has declared that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “belongs in The Hague,” reaffirming that the Israeli leader should face accountability over allegations of war crimes linked to Israel’s military campaign in Gaza.
Speaking during an interview, Mamdani said his administration is consulting the city’s Law Department to determine whether New York authorities possess any legal authority to act should Netanyahu visit the city for the United Nations General Assembly later this year.
He stressed that any decision would remain within the limits of applicable law while maintaining that Netanyahu should ultimately answer before international justice.
The mayor described Benjamin Netanyahu as a leader facing serious allegations before the International Criminal Court (ICC), which has issued an arrest warrant accusing him of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
He said the allegations include the alleged use of starvation as a weapon of war during Israel’s military campaign in Gaza.
Mamdani argued that the immense human suffering and destruction witnessed in Gaza have intensified international demands for accountability, saying many people believe those responsible for alleged violations of international humanitarian law should be brought before an independent judicial process.
He maintained that justice should apply equally regardless of political status or office.
The remarks have triggered sharp political reactions in both the United States and Israel.
Israeli officials condemned Mamdani’s comments, while US officials argued that federal law and diplomatic protections would prevent any local action against a visiting foreign head of government.
The controversy unfolds amid growing international scrutiny of Israel’s genocide in Gaza, where numerous governments, humanitarian organizations and international legal bodies have raised concerns over civilian casualties, widespread destruction, genocide, and crimes against humanity.
Proceedings involving allegations against Israeli leaders remain before international courts, while Israel continues to deny accusations of war crimes and genocide.
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