Netanyahu made the announcement during an interview on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo. He stated, "I intend to come and speak the truth – speak for Israel and for the Israeli-American alliance from the podium of the United Nations."

Mamdani has been vocal in his criticism of Netanyahu, calling him a war criminal and stating that he is not welcome in New York City. Netanyahu responded by accusing Mamdani of fomenting hate and trying to turn groups against each other. "He's supposed to be the mayor of all New Yorkers – Jews, Christians, Muslims, everyone," Netanyahu said. "But he's trying to turn one group against the other."

A recent survey by the Associated Press-NORC Centre for Public Affairs Research shows mixed views among Jewish adults in the US. About 44% view Mamdani favorably, while 39% view him unfavorably. In contrast, only about one-third of Jewish adults have a favorable opinion of Netanyahu, while about six in 10 have an unfavorable view.

Netanyahu's visit to the US will also include a meeting with former President Donald Trump at the White House next week. This comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Israel involved in conflicts in Gaza and with Iran.

The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu in 2024, accusing him of war crimes in Gaza following the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas. Netanyahu has dismissed these charges as "bogus" and has criticized the former ICC prosecutor, Karim Khan, who was recently dismissed over sexual misconduct allegations. Netanyahu has also discussed the dismantling of the ICC with US Senator Marco Rubio, arguing that the court puts justice at risk and submits countries' security to the decisions of corrupt officials in The Hague.

Netanyahu's visit to New York City comes at a time of heightened tensions. A recent stabbing incident in the city, where a Jewish man was attacked after leaving a synagogue, has been linked by Netanyahu to Mamdani's rhetoric. "I speak to Jewish Americans in New York, and they're afraid right now," Netanyahu said. The assailant allegedly yelled "Allahu Akbar" during the attack and another that targeted an Asian man.

Mamdani's office has not immediately responded to requests for comment on Netanyahu's accusations.

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