Mamdani’s threat: Netanyahu’s ’Wings of Zion’ not landing at the airport

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a dramatic situation surrounding his upcoming visit to the United States. As soon as he sets foot in New York, various legal and administrative complications seem to be chasing him. And because of this hesitation, the decision has changed this time - the state plane carrying him, 'Wings of Zion', will not land at New York's traditional John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport.

This exciting information has emerged from a report in the popular Israeli daily Yedioth Ahronoth. It says that the VIP plane carrying Netanyahu on Thursday may land at an airport in the neighboring state of New Jersey instead of landing in New York.

Why this sudden change of direction?

Behind this is the tough stance and a lot of apprehension of the new mayor of New York, Zohar Mamdani. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has already issued an arrest warrant against Netanyahu for the Gaza massacre. Mayor Zohar Mamdani has repeatedly warned that legal action will be taken to arrest Netanyahu as soon as he sets foot on New York soil.

In addition, there have been various 'lacks of coordination' with New York City authorities regarding the plane's parking at the airport. Israeli intelligence and entourage fear that Mayor Mamdani may order the plane to leave the runway very quickly after landing at JFK Airport. To avoid this tension, preparations are now being made to land the 'Wings of Zion' at a military base in New Jersey or at Newark Liberty International Airport as an alternative.

Netanyahu will not spend the night in New York, the visit will be shortened

The report, citing unnamed sources, further revealed that the Israeli Prime Minister has taken a cautious stance due to the fear of public anger and massive protests in the US. He has significantly shortened his stay in New York. To avoid the onslaught of protesters, he has decided not to spend the night in New York. The itinerary has been shortened so much that he will leave quickly after finishing work.

High-profile meeting with discarded masks

Not only has the New York program been canceled, but Netanyahu's much-discussed trip to Texas, where he was scheduled to meet with world-renowned tech entrepreneur and billionaire Elon Musk, was also canceled at the last minute.

An Israeli official said that the meeting with Musk ultimately fell through due to refueling stops on the plane during the long journey and last-minute coordination difficulties with the US side.