Relative of 9/11 firefighter appears to call out Mamdani for not condemning 'globalize the intifada' slogan

The cousin of a firefighter who died on 9/11 took a veiled jab at New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani during an anniversary ceremony on Thursday in Manhattan for his refusal to condemn the slogan "globalize the intifada."

Mike Weinstein, 61, was honoring his cousin, Stephen Belson, a veteran firefighter who lost his life while working to save stranded people in the World Trade Center’s South Tower.

Weinstein called on all politicians to renounce terror and violence, and said they are "inviting another 9/11" if they refuse to do so and choose not to condemn phrases like "globalize the intifada."

ZOHRAN MAMDANI SAYS HE WILL DISCOURAGE 'GLOBALIZE THE INTIFADA' PHRASE

"I know my cousin Steve and many, many others would agree with me when I say, let’s continue to press all politicians, including those who went home already, to firmly renounce terror and violence," he said. "When political candidates and public officials refuse to condemn global terror and phrases such as ‘globalize the intifada,’ they are inviting another 9/11, God forbid, and they continue to bring daily fear for all New Yorkers."

"Enough. Enough is enough," he continued. "Twenty-four years later, we need all political candidates, including every single potential future mayor — and you know who I’m talking about — of this great city to speak out against terror and unite as freedom-loving New Yorkers. God bless America, land of the free and home of the brave."

"Globalize the intifada" is an anti-Zionist slogan calling for international support for Palestinian resistance against Israel that has been criticized as a call for violence against Israelis and Jews.

Mamdani refused to condemn the phrase throughout his campaign for the Democratic Party's mayoral nomination, which he secured in June, although he reaffirmed earlier this week he would "discourage" that language.

He suggested his position had shifted after speaking with Jewish leaders and learning about the gap between the slogan's intention and its harmful impact on many Jewish New Yorkers.

NEW YORKERS SKEPTICAL AFTER ZOHRAN MAMDANI DISTANCES HIMSELF FROM PHRASE ‘GLOBALIZE THE INTIFADA’

Mamdani said earlier this summer that the phrase shows "a desperate desire for equality and equal rights in standing up for Palestinian human rights" but later clarified amid backlash that it is "not language that I use."

"The language that I use and the language that I will continue to use to lead this city is that which speaks clearly to my intent, which is an intent grounded in a belief in universal human rights," Mamdani said during an appearance on NBC.

Utah governor says more than 7K tips submitted in Charlie Kirk killing as manhunt continues

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said on Thursday that officials have received more than 7,000 digital tips and leads in connection with the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which he noted is the most since the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing.

Kirk, the 31-year-old co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed on the campus of Utah Valley University on Wednesday afternoon. He was transported to a hospital in critical condition before he was later pronounced dead. 

A massive manhunt is underway for the suspect, who has not been identified.

"We cannot do our job without the public's help right now. The public has answered our call for action. So far, we've received more than 7,000 leads and tips," Cox said at a news briefing, adding that he is hopeful that newly released photos and video will lead to additional tips.

PERSON OF INTEREST IN CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION PICTURED IN PHOTOS RELEASED BY FBI

The governor also said nearly 200 interviews have been conducted, as officials continue to search for the shooter.

State officials are moving to pursue the death penalty if the case goes to trial, Cox said.

The FBI is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person responsible for murdering Kirk.

The agency also released new video Thursday night showing the shooter climbing down from the roof of a building on the campus of Utah Valley University before fleeing the scene.

Video was also shared by a homeowner in the area after the person of interest was seen in their neighborhood after the shooting took place.

VIDEO SHOWS WITNESSES TO CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION DROPPING TO GROUND IN CAMPUS ATTACK

Shortly before the news conference, state officials also released new photos of the person of interest. 

The person was seen walking down steps while carrying a black backpack and wearing a shirt with a print of what appeared to be an American flag and a Bald Eagle.

Earlier on Thursday, the FBI's Salt Lake City field office released two images showing the person wearing that same shirt as well as a baseball cap and sunglasses.

The Utah Department of Public Safety said the images were pulled from campus security footage shortly before the shooting.

Officials said the person of interest appeared to be of college age and blended in with students on campus.

The FBI also said on Thursday that a firearm believed to have been used in the shooting was recovered. A "high-powered bolt action rifle" was located in a wooded area near where the shooting happened.

Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance escorted Kirk's casket before the flight on Air Force Two from Utah to Kirk's home state of Arizona. Kirk's wife, Erika Frantzve, was seen visibly emotional as the casket passed before her.

The second lady held Frantzve's hand as they stepped off the aircraft before Kirk's body was taken to a funeral home.

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