Zohran Mamdani

US-Iran tensions escalate: What’s next for Israel and the Middle East?

The hosts, both seasoned journalists based in Jerusalem, discuss the looming possibility of a US attack on Iran and the defensive preparations in Tehran, including missile threats directed at Israel.

The Jerusalem Dispatch with Ruth Marks Eglash and Calev Ben David.
US President Donald Trump visits a Ford production center in Dearborn, Michigan, US, January 13, 2026.

How Trump's handling of Minnesota's crisis may influence Iran tensions - analysis

Zohran Mamdani looks on at Old City Hall Staion on the day he is sworn in as mayor of New York City, New York, US, Thursday, Jan 1st 2026.

Why Jewish peoplehood does not fit Mamdani’s universalism - opinion

NEW YORK CITY Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani speaks at the foot of a monument to US founding father Thomas Jefferson.

Mamdani defends activist Mahmoud Khalil amid Trump administration deportation push


The next Mamdanis: Ossé latest in slew of progressives aiming to oust moderate democrats

Katie Wilson, 43, unseated democratic Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell on November 4. She, like Mamdani, focused her campaign on addressing Seattle’s affordability.

New York City council member Chi Ossé talks with an attendee during an election night gathering for New York mayoral candidate, State Rep. Zohran Mamdani (D-NY) at The Greats of Craft LIC on June 24, 2025 in the Long Island City neighborhood of the Queens borough in New York City.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams sits down with Prime Minister Netanyahu in Tel Aviv

Eric Adams meets Netanyahu in Tel Aviv during his final days in office, highlighting his support for Israel.

New York City former Mayor Eric Adams looks on an event to mark the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, in Central Park, New York City, US, October 7, 2024.

Mamdani's win in NYC marks an ugly dawn for American Jewry - opinion

After having opposed Mamdani’s bid for office, hedge fund tycoon Bill Ackman has been the first public Jew and big business mogul to extend an olive branch offering congratulations and his help.

THE ELECTION of Zohran Mamdani as New York City mayor is not a one-off; his win signifies an ugly dawn for Jewry, the writer fears.

Eric Adams’ visit to Israel highlights the fading bond between New York and Israel - analysis

Adams came not only to reaffirm the deep ties between New York and the Jewish state, but also to warn – sometimes bluntly – about what he believes lies ahead for the city’s Jews.

New York City former Mayor Eric Adams looks on an event to mark the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, in Central Park, New York City, US, October 7, 2024.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams meets PM Netanyahu at Kirya in Tel Aviv during Israel visit

Netanyahu's office "thanked Mayor Adams for his great support of Israel and for being a true friend of the Jewish people" in a statement about the meeting.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Trump indicates plans to meet with Mamdani at White House

Trump insinuated plans to meet NYC Mayor Mamdani at the White House, despite previous critical comments and election-related remarks.

(L-R:) US President Donald Trump; Zohran Mamdani

Politicization of the ADL: How the antisemitism watchdog abdicated its responsibilities - opinion

Today’s ADL has abdicated this responsibility, and the Jewish community will suffer the consequences.

NEW YORK NEWSPAPERS headline Zohran Mamdani’s victory the morning after Election Day this month. Establishing a special project targeting a Muslim mayor echoes the Islamophobic attacks against him, the writer charges.

How can NYC Jews feel safe in a city which voted against them? - opinion

Mamdani’s victory leaves Jewish New Yorkers questioning their place in the city, feeling that their existence, values, and connection to Israel are no longer safe from the political landscape

NEW YORK CITY mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, the day after Election Day earlier this month: ‘As I walked to school the morning after Mamdani was elected as the next mayor, something in the air felt different,’ the writer recalls.

Voices from the Arab press: The Grand Egyptian Museum, Mamdani, and Gaza

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

ARTIFACTS FROM the King Tutankhamun collection are displayed after the official opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), in Giza, Nov. 4.

What’s next for Brad Lander after being Zohran Mamdani’s Jewish wingman? - analysis

Lander is a self-described liberal Zionist whose criticism of Israel has intensified since his alliance with Mamdani, a longtime anti-Zionist.

New York mayoral candidate, State Rep. Zohran Mamdani is joined by fellow mayoral candidate Brad Lander during an election night gathering at The Greats of Craft LIC on June 24, 2025 in the Long Island City neighborhood of the Queens borough in New York City.