New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has condemned Iran's government as "brutal" and repressive, while warning against U.S.-led regime change in the country. He also stated that there are currently no credible threats to NYC despite heightened global tensions and increased security measures. This comes amid escalating military conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, which has led to security reviews in major cities across the country and heightened patrols at sensitive locations. Mamdan also addressed questions about his federal security clearance, stating that he is still undergoing a process that can take months and has not yet received a federal clearance.