New York Mayor Condemns Pro-Hamas Chants Outside Queens Synagogue
New York Mayor Condemns Pro-Hamas Chants Outside Queens Synagogue
Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned pro-Hamas chants during a tense protest outside a Queens synagogue, urging peace and safety for all residents.
A tense demonstration outside a Queens synagogue drew police attention on Thursday night, when protesters chanted pro-Hamas slogans as members of PAL-Awda staged the event. The scene featured supporters and counter-protesters exchanging words amid a heavy police presence.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the chants and threats, saying such actions have no place in the city. “These actions have no place in our city,” the mayor said, stressing the importance of peaceful expression even amid strong disagreements.
The protest highlighted the ongoing tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with demonstrators on both sides trading barbs as they gathered near the synagogue. Police monitored the area to prevent clashes, and no immediate reports of arrests were released.
City officials underscored a commitment to allowing peaceful demonstrations while prioritizing the safety of residents and worship spaces. Community leaders are urged to pursue dialogue and de-escalation as the city navigates a highly charged moment on a national issue.
As protests continue to echo across boroughs, city authorities reiterate the importance of protecting rights to assemble and express views, so long as it remains lawful and non-violent.
