Key facts
- NYC Mayor Mamdani is considering legal options to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- The potential arrest is linked to an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant.
- Netanyahu might visit New York for the UN General Assembly.
- The Israeli Prime Minister's office has condemned Mamdani's statements.
New York City Mayor Mamdani is reportedly exploring legal avenues to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should he visit the city for the upcoming UN General Assembly. This consideration stems from a potential International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant. The office of the Israeli Prime Minister has strongly criticized Mayor Mamdani's remarks.