New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced on Thursday night that the city is increasing security at houses of worship and Israeli diplomatic sites after the Jewish state launched a preemptive strike on Iranian nuclear and military sites.
“I have been briefed on the unfolding situation in Israel and Iran, and the NYPD’s counterterrorism unit is closely monitoring the situation,” Adams stated.
“Out of an abundance of caution, we are increasing security at houses of worship and at Israeli diplomatic sites,” he said. “I am praying for peace in the region.”
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, stated that “there are no credible threats to New York at this time.”
“New York is closely monitoring tonight’s actions from Israel and Iran,” she said. “As a precaution, we have increased security for sensitive locations and stepped up cybersecurity protections.”
“My priority is keeping New Yorkers safe,” she said.
The UJA-Federation of New York stated that “our hearts and prayers are with the people of Israel as they once again seek shelter from the threat of incoming fire.”
“Iran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program poses an immediate, existential threat to Israel and continues to be a grave danger to global security,” the Federation said. “We stand with Israel as it takes all necessary and justified action to defend and protect its citizens in the face of this mounting peril, and to ensure its survival.”