NYPD Allows Protest At Israel Immigration Event At NYC Synagogue; Mamdani Discourages Violent Chants

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators targeted a Nefesh B’Nefesh Israel immigration open house at Park East Synagogue, chanting “globalize the intifada” and “death to the IDF” and insulting counter-protesters. NYPD separated groups but allowed the protest to proceed. Jewish leaders condemned the rhetoric as incitement and a safety threat to worshippers. Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s office discouraged the language, emphasized unimpeded access to houses of worship, and criticized using a “sacred space” to promote activities he said violate international law.