Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York’s next mayor has alarmed Israel, with officials viewing his pro-Palestinian stance as a sign of declining US support for Israel.

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•  Mamdani wins the New York mayoral race with approximately one-third of the Jewish vote.
•  Seen in Israel as a major political and symbolic setback.
•  His criticism of the Gaza war, calling it genocide, sparks outrage.
•  Israeli officials brand him “antisemitic” and “Israel-hating.”
•  Analysts say the election shows shifting U.S. attitudes, especially among young Democrats.
•  Mamdani vows equal rights, rejects policies favouring one religion.
•  Warns could cut ties with Israeli institutions over Gaza conflict.
•  Israeli media and officials express fear for Jewish security in NYC.
•  Some right-wing leaders urge Jews in New York to move to Israel.
•  Election underscores growing divide in U.S. politics over Israel-Palestine issue.