Israel Blasts NYC Mayor Mamdani for Scrapping Anti-Boycott, Antisemitism Orders

• Israeli Foreign Ministry sharply criticized NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for rolling back Israel-related executive orders on his first day.
• Mamdani scrapped the IHRA definition of antisemitism and lifted restrictions on boycotting Israel, previously signed by Eric Adams.
• Israel described Mamdani's move as "antisemitic gasoline on an open fire" and a sign of "poor leadership."
• Mamdani defended his decision, citing concerns from Jewish organizations about the IHRA definition's application and pledging to protect Jewish New Yorkers.
• Islamic organizations, including the Council on American-Islamic Relations, welcomed Mamdani's move, arguing the IHRA definition silences Palestinian rights advocacy.

Why It Matters: NYC Mayor Mamdani's rollback of Israel-linked orders sparks sharp criticism from Israel, igniting debate.