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Eric Adams: “Israel is still very much an ally of America and an ally of…”

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva: Jews shouldn't leave New York, I understand their fear

Published November 17, 2025 | Video Starts at 00:12

Shalom. Shalom. Thank you very much for joining us. Welcome to Israel. Welcome to Jerusalem. It's so important to be here to send a very loud and clear message that Israel is still very much an ally of America and an ally of New York City. And as the outgoing mayor, I wanted to come here and send that clear message. We believe that Israelis tech startups have helped the lives of New Yorkers not only to make life easier in cities, but also in great health. (00:12–00:18)

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Asserts that Israel remains an ally of both America and New York City.

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva: Jews shouldn't leave New York, I understand their fear | Uploaded November 17, 2025 | 01:09-01:15
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva: Jews shouldn't leave New York, I understand their fear | Uploaded November 17, 2025 | 01:14-01:24
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva: Jews shouldn't leave New York, I understand their fear | Uploaded November 17, 2025 | 01:31-01:36
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva: Jews shouldn't leave New York, I understand their fear | Uploaded November 17, 2025 | 04:15-04:23
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