Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic Party’s likely nominee for New York City mayor in 2025, has been known for being a vocal critic of Israel and an advocate for Palestinian rights.

After Hamas terrorists attacked Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, Mamdani denounced Israel’s military response and criticized the people attacked, The Jerusalem Post reported.

He has said he believes Israel is committing genocide in the Gaza Strip, the BBC reported, and he backs the boycott movement targeting Israel, according to The Times of Israel.

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