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New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's statement marking two years since the Oct. 7 attacks drew sharp criticism from the Israeli government. Mamdani mourned the victims of Hamas' attack while also condemning Israel's response as "genocidal war" and calling for an end to occupation and apartheid. Israel's foreign ministry denounced his remarks as "shameful" and accused him of spreading Hamas propaganda. The statement has sparked debate among New Yorkers and political figures regarding its impact on his campaign.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.