Israel's Danon: Mamdani, Not Netanyahu, Should Be Arrested

Summary

Israel’s UN Ambassador Danny Danon discusses political tensions with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, calling for his arrest. He addresses Iran’s threats, stating Israel is prepared to retaliate if attacked, and comments with caution on a potential US-Saudi nuclear enrichment deal. He also touches on Israel-Lebanon relations and UN reform.

• Danon accuses Mayor Mamdani of anti-Semitism and siding with Hamas, says Mamdani should be arrested but admits no legal grounds.
• He dismisses Mamdani’s actions as a political stunt and says Israel was never worried about ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu in the US.
• On Iran, Danon says Israel is on high alert and ready to retaliate with surprises if attacked directly.
• He does not take a clear stance on US escalation, says Israel will support the US if requested.
• Danon refuses to confirm intelligence on Iran moving centrifuges into tunnels but says Israel shares intelligence with the US.
• On Saudi nuclear enrichment, he says Israel needs to see details and no one wants a nuclear arms race in the region.
• Danon welcomes dialogue with Lebanon, emphasizes implementation of agreements and hopes for Lebanese independence from Hezbollah.
• He criticizes the UN and Secretary-General Guterres as failed and calls for reform.