Throwing of explosive devices outside Mamdani residence was ‘act of Isis-inspired terrorism’, officials say

Incident took place during anti-Islam protest by rightwing agitators outside Gracie Mansion, where the New York City mayor lives Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox The throwing of two improvised explosive devices – allegedly by counter-protesters during an anti-Islam demonstration – outside the residence of New York mayor Zohran Mamdani on Saturday was an act of “terrorism” inspired by the Islamic State terror group, officials said Monday. Jessica ...

By Richard Luscombe