'Pity the people of NY': Ambassador Huckabee slams Mamdani for criticism of US strikes on Venezuela

Mamdani had earlier condemned the operation on X, saying that "unilaterally attacking a sovereign nation is an act of war and a violation of federal and international law."

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee (L), New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (R), January 4, 2026.

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee (L), New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (R), January 4, 2026.

(photo credit: Amir Hamja/Pool via REUTERS, REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)

ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM

JANUARY 4, 2026 00:44

Updated: JANUARY 4, 2026 00:52