Israeli Concerns Mount as Pro-Palestinian Zohran Mamdani Wins New York Mayoral Election

Nov 09, 2025 12:14 pm CST

Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City's mayor has sparked significant concern across Israel, with officials and citizens worried about shifting US-Israel relations. Despite winning 30% of Jewish votes, Mamdani's pro-Palestinian stance and criticism of Israel's Gaza policies have prompted accusations of antisemitism, while he pledges to fight against it. The election signals changing attitudes among American voters, particularly younger generations, regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict.