Israel Day Parade

The Jewish diaspora reject Israel’s authority over their name amid Bezalel Smotrich’s appearance at the Israel Day parade. They are challenging the consensus on Israel’s policies.

B-HEARD responses have declined, with NYPD and FDNY officials presenting conflicting assessments of the mental health crisis response program's scope. Lawmakers raised concerns about the program's effectiveness during a briefing involving Mayor Mamdani and NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch.

New York Democrats who participated in the city’s Israel Day parade condemned the attendance of Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich, a leading figure in the Israeli settler movement. Smotrich, who marched in the event, has faced ICC arrest warrant allegations.

New York Democrats who participated in the Israel Day parade condemned the presence of Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich, a leading figure in the Israeli settler movement. His attendance prompted them to distance themselves, reflecting challenges for pro-Israel Democrats amid declining voter support for Israel.

Al Jazeera's Ava Warriner reports on Israeli and U.S. officials who attended the annual Israel Day Parade in New York. The article focuses on the participants of the event.

NY Post readers discuss Mayor Mamdani's decision to skip New York City's Israel Day parade. The article focuses on public reaction to his absence from the event.

New York mayor Zohran Mamdani refused to attend the Israel Day parade, citing opposition to the Israeli government's actions in Gaza. Other Democrats faced criticism for participating with Israel’s far-right finance minister.

New York mayor Zohran Mamdani skipped New York City’s annual Israel Day parade, citing opposition to the Israeli government’s actions in Gaza. Prominent Democratic party members attended the event, drawing criticism for marching with Israel’s far-right finance minister.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani did not attend the city’s annual Israel Day parade, breaking with political tradition. He had previously announced his decision to skip the event during a press conference.

New York City's annual Israel Day parade saw over 50,000 participants, including local leaders, in a demonstration of solidarity for a community described as feeling 'increasingly besieged.' The event was boycotted by Mamdani.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani skipped the annual Israel Day parade due to his support for Palestinian rights, a departure from a long-standing tradition. His office released a video commemorating the Nakba, marking Palestinian displacement in 1948, which drew criticism from Jewish leaders who called it antisemitic. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch attended the parade, stating it was her decision to participate.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani skipped the annual Israel Day parade due to his support for Palestinian rights, a decision that has drawn criticism from Jewish leaders. The mayor's office released a video commemorating the Nakba, which details the displacement of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war, sparking further controversy.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani skipped the annual Israel Day parade, breaking with a decades-long political tradition due to his support for Palestinian rights. The parade, which has had different names over the years, is typically attended by mayors and governors.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani did not attend the annual Israel Day Parade, breaking a decades-long political tradition.

The 2026 Israel Day Parade took place on Fifth Avenue in New York as Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Buffer Zone Bill, which establishes a 50-foot security perimeter between protests and houses of worship. The parade, themed 'Proud Americans, Proud Zionists,' drew thousands of attendees, including politicians like Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and former Mayor Mike Bloomberg.

Mike Bloomberg is set to participate in the Israel Day Parade on Fifth Avenue in New York. He is described as a staunch supporter of Israel and has donated to Jewish causes.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the annual Israel Day parade due to his support for Palestinian rights, a decision that has drawn criticism from some Jewish leaders. He pledged a strong police presence for the event, while the city's police commissioner, Jessica Tisch, stated she would attend. The mayor's office previously released a video commemorating the Nakba, which some critics argue omitted context about Jewish displacement.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the annual Israel Day parade due to his support for Palestinian rights, breaking a long-standing tradition. He will ensure a strong police presence for the event. The mayor’s office released a video commemorating the Nakba, which some Jewish leaders criticized as one-sided propaganda.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the annual Israel Day parade due to his support for Palestinian rights, a first in decades of political tradition. He pledged a robust police presence for the event, while Jewish leaders criticized his decision as offensive. Mamdani's office released a video commemorating the Nakba, which some argue excluded context about Jewish displacement during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war.

Michael Goodwin criticizes Mayor Mamdani for boycotting the Israel Day parade, calling it a 'badge of dishonor.' The mayor's decision to boycott the event is described as having crossed a 'point of no return.'

A new poll of New York City Jewish voters shows majority support for a Jewish state in Israel and concern about rising antisemitism, challenging the narrative that American Jews are turning against Israel. While some Jewish voters supported Mayor Zohran Mamdani, his election does not necessarily reflect growing anti-Zionism, as most voters prioritized issues like affordability over Israel-related stances.

Jewish residents in New York report feeling increasingly targeted by antisemitic or anti-Israel violence. Some attribute their unease to Mayor Zohran Mamdani's efforts to distance the city from Israel ahead of the Israel Day Parade.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the Israel Day Parade, breaking a decades-long tradition, while participating in other cultural celebrations. He cited political principles and criticized Israel post-Hamas attack, but pledged to provide security and permits for the parade.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the Israel Day Parade, breaking a decades-long tradition, citing political principle amid criticism of Israel's actions. He will provide security and permits for the event but has attended other cultural parades like St. Patrick's Day and Lunar New Year. Mamdani scrapped a city order banning participation in the BDS campaign against Israel.

Eric Adams announced his intention to attend the Israel Day Parade, despite the mayor's decision to boycott the event. The mayor's boycott was criticized by Adams, who expressed support for participating in the parade.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will skip the annual Israel Day Parade, marking the first time in over 60 years a sitting mayor has done so. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch will attend and oversee security, emphasizing tight measures due to global tensions and antisemitism. Security includes double barricades, restricted access, and no exceptions for screenings.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani rescinded the IHRA definition of antisemitism on his first day in office, faced backlash from the Jewish community, and implemented policies targeting Israeli businesses, including evicting a drone supplier and skipping the Israel Day Parade. These actions are framed as ideologically driven and harmful to New Yorkers, particularly city workers affected by expired Israel Bonds.

A Jewish leader is urging New York Governor Kathy Hochul to deploy the National Guard to safeguard the upcoming Israel Day Parade in New York City amid rising antisemitic incidents.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the Israel Day Parade, breaking a decades-long mayoral tradition, amid a surge in antisemitism in the city. The decision has been criticized by Jewish groups, who view the parade as a display of solidarity with the Jewish community. The parade is expected to draw a record turnout despite the mayor's absence.