Zohs slanderous Bibi remarks: Letters to the Editor July 25, 2026

The Issue: Mayor Mamdani backing down on his vow to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu in NYC.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should sue Mayor Mamdani for defamation (“Zo’s Threat to US Law,” Jeffrey Lax, PostOpinion, July 23).His claim that Netanyahu is a criminal is based on a declaration by a group not recognized by the United States.His constant public announcements calling Netanyahu a criminal amount to nothing but slander.In a time of rampant antisemitism, Mamdani’s rhetoric only exacerbates the situation.

He should step aside and let someone who isn’t ravaged by bias take over.David BalsamBrooklynMamdani’s obsession with wanting Netanyahu arrested is obscene, provocative and extremely disturbing.His actions should disqualify him from being the mayor.Robert SemelBrooklynPerhaps the best solution to Mamdani’s remarks would be the following: When he arrives for the United Nations meeting, Netanyahu should receive official greetings from and be escorted by President Trump as a dramatic sign of continued support.Of course, Mamdani wouldn’t be a part of this.

He might better use his time clearing the sidewalks of the encampments he has permitted.Joseph MargolinValley StreamMamdani’s video claiming Netanyahu is a criminal ends with an official-looking plaque reading “The Office of the Mayor, New York City.” He may have a right to his personal opinions, but what right does he have to give the impression it’s the official position of the New York City government?His claim that he’s the mayor of all New Yorkers, regardless of their background or political views, is as phony as it gets.His views are more closely related to the most rabid antisemites.Josh GreenbergerManhattanMamdani needs to be educated.

The Israeli army has been declared the most benevolent army in the world.They make every effort not to harm civilians and give fair warning to evacuate before they attack.

It is not their goal, unlike their enemies’, to harm civilians.It is the A...