New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated Eid ul Adha with a message of solidarity and affordability, while also drawing attention for wearing an Arsenal-themed outfit to a Muslim holiday event.
In a social media post, Mamdani said Eid ul Adha was a reminder that sacrifice was “not a burden” but an opportunity to see oneself as “part of something bigger.”
“To lend a hand to those who need it most,” he wrote.
Mamdani, who described himself as New York City's first Muslim mayor, said he was “honored” to hold the position and was determined to lead through solidarity.
“Together, we are working to ensure that every New Yorker can afford the food, housing and child care they need,” he said.
“Our solidarity is our strength. Eid Saeed, New York,” he added.
The mayor also attracted attention for wearing a blue and black Arsenal-themed suit, kurta style, with red stripes on the sleeves and the club sponsor's motto “Emirates Fly Better”.
Mamdani is a well-known Arsenal fan and the team arrived shortly after the London club were crowned champions of the English Premier League.
Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy after a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Sunday, securing their first English title in 22 years after second-placed Manchester City drew at Bournemouth.
Mikel Arteta's side will also face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League final in Budapest on May 30, where they will look to complete a historic double.
