Mamdani skips Israel Day Parade despite joining other cultural celebrations
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the annual Israel Day Parade, breaking a long-standing tradition among city mayors. His absence comes amid rising antisemitism and ongoing anti-Israel protests in the city. Mamdani stated that his decision is based on political principles and emphasized his commitment to equal rights for all.
- ▪Mamdani's decision marks a departure from the tradition of previous mayors attending the parade since 1964.
- ▪The mayor has been critical of Israel following the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023.
- ▪Despite not attending, Mamdani pledged to ensure security and permits for the event.
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New York City Mamdani skips Israel Day Parade despite joining other cultural celebrations The decision comes amid record antisemitism and weeks of anti-Israel demonstrations outside synagogues across New York By Louis Casiano Fox News Published May 28, 2026 6:25pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Jewish New Yorkers raise concerns of antisemitism following Zohran Mamdani's win Israeli Ambassador to the U.N. Danny Danon joins 'Saturday in America' to discuss Jewish New Yorkers concerns about Zohran Mamdani, including his implication he would arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he entered NYC.
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