Hannan Adely
@hannanadely.bsky.social
Reporter. The Record (NJ) & USA Today Network. Civil rights, refugees, bias, immigration, Arab & Muslim communities.
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Zohran Mamdani's win is historic - for the Big Apple.
But it's old news in NJ, which has had at least seven Muslim mayors.
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But it's old news in NJ, which has had at least seven Muslim mayors.
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Mamdani makes history for Muslims, but New Jersey mayors led the way
From Texas to NYC, Muslim mayors are shaping American towns. Zohran Mamdani’s win marks a new milestone.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Zohran Mamdani's win is historic - for the Big Apple.
But it's old news in NJ, which has had at least seven Muslim mayors.
www.northjersey.com/story/news/2...
But it's old news in NJ, which has had at least seven Muslim mayors.
www.northjersey.com/story/news/2...
To many, the election of the 1st Muslim mayor in NYC felt like more than a single win. It was also a sign of acceptance after being cast as outsiders - a message that Islamophobia would not dictate their political fate.
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Zohran Mamdani wins, will become first Muslim mayor of New York City
Zohran Mamdani won a historic election, as he will become the first-ever Muslim mayor of New York City.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:27 PM
To many, the election of the 1st Muslim mayor in NYC felt like more than a single win. It was also a sign of acceptance after being cast as outsiders - a message that Islamophobia would not dictate their political fate.
www.northjersey.com/story/news/p...
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Tried to share this letter from rabbis & Jewish leaders rejecting Islamophobia in Mamdani race w/an editor. #microsoft blocked link via Teams as "potentially harmful content."
Tried to open the link via email and got message: "This website is classified as malicious."
jewsforasharedfuture.org
Tried to open the link via email and got message: "This website is classified as malicious."
jewsforasharedfuture.org
Jews for a Shared Future
Jews for a Shared Future is dedicated to opposing antisemitism and Islamophobia, recognizing the inseparable interconnectedness of our communities. We champion compassionate leadership, foster dialogu...
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November 4, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Tried to share this letter from rabbis & Jewish leaders rejecting Islamophobia in Mamdani race w/an editor. #microsoft blocked link via Teams as "potentially harmful content."
Tried to open the link via email and got message: "This website is classified as malicious."
jewsforasharedfuture.org
Tried to open the link via email and got message: "This website is classified as malicious."
jewsforasharedfuture.org
When I think of #DickCheney, I recall this haunting 2025 photo by Chris Hondros of a young girl, screaming, her hands soaked in blood, taken after her parents were shot dead by US troops in Tal Afar, Iraq. I recall other horrifying images and the war that unleashed hell courtesy of Cheney & company.
November 4, 2025 at 7:48 PM
When I think of #DickCheney, I recall this haunting 2025 photo by Chris Hondros of a young girl, screaming, her hands soaked in blood, taken after her parents were shot dead by US troops in Tal Afar, Iraq. I recall other horrifying images and the war that unleashed hell courtesy of Cheney & company.
Israel's airstrikes in Gaza have killed more than 100 people. Despite what media seem to imply, violence had not abated even before this.
Just ask Sami Shaban, a NJ man whose cousin, wife and kids were killed in a strike a week after the ceasefire.
Just ask Sami Shaban, a NJ man whose cousin, wife and kids were killed in a strike a week after the ceasefire.
Sami Shaban says his relatives were among 11 killed when Israeli tank fire struck their minibus a week after the U.S.-brokered ceasefire took effect.
Relief to horror as NJ man mourns relatives killed in Gaza despite ceasefire
Sami Shaban says his relatives were among 11 killed when Israeli tank fire struck their minibus a week after the U.S.-brokered ceasefire took effect.
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October 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Israel's airstrikes in Gaza have killed more than 100 people. Despite what media seem to imply, violence had not abated even before this.
Just ask Sami Shaban, a NJ man whose cousin, wife and kids were killed in a strike a week after the ceasefire.
Just ask Sami Shaban, a NJ man whose cousin, wife and kids were killed in a strike a week after the ceasefire.
Reposted by Hannan Adely
Zohran Mamdani addresses Islamophobia in the New York mayor’s race from a mosque in the Bronx. He talks about Muslim New Yorkers having to live in the shadows facing attacks, profiling and surveillance. “I will no longer look for myself in the shadows,” he says. “I will find myself in the light.”
October 24, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Zohran Mamdani addresses Islamophobia in the New York mayor’s race from a mosque in the Bronx. He talks about Muslim New Yorkers having to live in the shadows facing attacks, profiling and surveillance. “I will no longer look for myself in the shadows,” he says. “I will find myself in the light.”
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If elected, Zohran Mamdani would be the first Muslim and South Asian mayor of the nation's largest city.
He’s reshaped New York City’s electorate with Muslim and South Asian voters as part of a diverse coalition that’s projected to propel him to victory in less than two weeks.
He’s reshaped New York City’s electorate with Muslim and South Asian voters as part of a diverse coalition that’s projected to propel him to victory in less than two weeks.
Amid attacks on his faith, Zohran Mamdani excites Muslim, South Asian voters
The frontrunner is turning out Muslim and South Asian New Yorkers in historic numbers, while facing attacks on his faith and background.
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October 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
If elected, Zohran Mamdani would be the first Muslim and South Asian mayor of the nation's largest city.
He’s reshaped New York City’s electorate with Muslim and South Asian voters as part of a diverse coalition that’s projected to propel him to victory in less than two weeks.
He’s reshaped New York City’s electorate with Muslim and South Asian voters as part of a diverse coalition that’s projected to propel him to victory in less than two weeks.
In TV show #Andor, a character is tortured via headset broadcasting screams of children slaughtered by the Empire, found to inflict severe psychological distress.
By chance, saw it while reporting on trauma from viewing "live streamed genocide" in Gaza & how social media has changed how we view war
By chance, saw it while reporting on trauma from viewing "live streamed genocide" in Gaza & how social media has changed how we view war
October 3, 2025 at 4:17 PM
In TV show #Andor, a character is tortured via headset broadcasting screams of children slaughtered by the Empire, found to inflict severe psychological distress.
By chance, saw it while reporting on trauma from viewing "live streamed genocide" in Gaza & how social media has changed how we view war
By chance, saw it while reporting on trauma from viewing "live streamed genocide" in Gaza & how social media has changed how we view war
After Jenan Matari's book signing was cancelled in Montclair, support rolled in.
Jewish activists & Quakers organized a book signing at a new location. Book sellers called asking to host her. The first print of her children’s book sold out.
Read our interview with the Palestinian American author.
Jewish activists & Quakers organized a book signing at a new location. Book sellers called asking to host her. The first print of her children’s book sold out.
Read our interview with the Palestinian American author.
Canceled in Montclair, a Palestinian American author sells out book's first print
A Montclair bookstore canceled a book signing by author Jenan Matari. Then Jewish activists found her a new venue
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September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
After Jenan Matari's book signing was cancelled in Montclair, support rolled in.
Jewish activists & Quakers organized a book signing at a new location. Book sellers called asking to host her. The first print of her children’s book sold out.
Read our interview with the Palestinian American author.
Jewish activists & Quakers organized a book signing at a new location. Book sellers called asking to host her. The first print of her children’s book sold out.
Read our interview with the Palestinian American author.
A new wave of cafés has burst onto the social scene fueled by #Yemenicoffee, creative drinks & pastries and a vibrant atmosphere with a Middle Eastern flair. With late night hours, they emphasize community and socializing over a grab-and-go experience.
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How Arab-owned coffee shops are shaping youth culture
Coffee shops with a Middle Eastern ambiance have burst onto the social scene, providing a festive café environment and late-night hours.
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August 5, 2025 at 1:11 PM
A new wave of cafés has burst onto the social scene fueled by #Yemenicoffee, creative drinks & pastries and a vibrant atmosphere with a Middle Eastern flair. With late night hours, they emphasize community and socializing over a grab-and-go experience.
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Most Democratic senators voted for a measure to block arms sales to Israel amid growing outrage over destruction of Gaza & starvation of its people. But NJ's Senators were divided.. Read how they voted and what Sen. Kim had to say - and what Booker didn't say.
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How did Cory Booker, Andy Kim vote on blocking arms sales to Israel?
Most Democrats in US Senate voted to block arms sales to Israel, but Booker and Kim were divided on the measure.
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August 5, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Most Democratic senators voted for a measure to block arms sales to Israel amid growing outrage over destruction of Gaza & starvation of its people. But NJ's Senators were divided.. Read how they voted and what Sen. Kim had to say - and what Booker didn't say.
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"Let the Palestinians get food. Let the Palestinians get freedom. Let my family go back to their home. And let my family and our families live the life that they deserve."
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In Gaza, people are starving. These NJ relatives recount death that some call 'genocide'
Palestinian Americans said malnutrition in Gaza had taken an especially hard toll on children, the elderly and people medical conditions.
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August 2, 2025 at 4:51 PM
"Let the Palestinians get food. Let the Palestinians get freedom. Let my family go back to their home. And let my family and our families live the life that they deserve."
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"They say they are at war with Hamas and not the people of Gaza, even as they express intent and act to destroy swaths of civilian society." @hannanadely.bsky.social is one of the few doing excellent local reporting on the genocide www.northjersey.com/story/news/n...
In Gaza, people are starving. These NJ relatives recount death that some call 'genocide'
Palestinian Americans said malnutrition in Gaza had taken an especially hard toll on children, the elderly and people medical conditions.
www.northjersey.com
August 1, 2025 at 10:44 AM
"They say they are at war with Hamas and not the people of Gaza, even as they express intent and act to destroy swaths of civilian society." @hannanadely.bsky.social is one of the few doing excellent local reporting on the genocide www.northjersey.com/story/news/n...
Aid drops are dangerous. Last time this was done, Gazans were killed and injured or drowned trying to retrieve aid. Incredible that many news stories do not mention these fatalities.
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At least 5 killed after airdropped aid falls on them in Gaza | CNN
At least five people were killed and 10 others injured when airdropped aid packages fell on them in the Al Shati camp west of Gaza City, according to a journalist on the scene.
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July 28, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Aid drops are dangerous. Last time this was done, Gazans were killed and injured or drowned trying to retrieve aid. Incredible that many news stories do not mention these fatalities.
www.cnn.com/2024/03/08/m...
www.cnn.com/2024/03/08/m...
News stories should include context that Israel was arming criminal gangs that were responsible for much of the looting & also shot and killed guards protecting aid trucks. Israeli officials have spoken openly about it. www.reuters.com/world/middle...
Exclusive: USAID analysis found no evidence of massive Hamas theft of Gaza aid
The internal U.S. government analysis challenges the main rationale that Israel and the U.S. give for backing a new armed private aid operation.
www.reuters.com
July 28, 2025 at 2:28 PM
News stories should include context that Israel was arming criminal gangs that were responsible for much of the looting & also shot and killed guards protecting aid trucks. Israeli officials have spoken openly about it. www.reuters.com/world/middle...
Two NJ cases heard in the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals ended in rulings this July that have far-reaching implications on immigration.
One states that US can't revoke green cards any time it wants, outside legal statute. Other says states can't encroach of federal immigration functions.
A thread
One states that US can't revoke green cards any time it wants, outside legal statute. Other says states can't encroach of federal immigration functions.
A thread
July 23, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Two NJ cases heard in the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals ended in rulings this July that have far-reaching implications on immigration.
One states that US can't revoke green cards any time it wants, outside legal statute. Other says states can't encroach of federal immigration functions.
A thread
One states that US can't revoke green cards any time it wants, outside legal statute. Other says states can't encroach of federal immigration functions.
A thread
The federal appeal courts ruling could pave the way for the expansion of private ICE detention centers in NJ and states with similar laws, as it diminishes the ability of states to challenge federal immigration enforcement.
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NJ can't ban private ICE detention contracts, federal court rules
The federal court ruling could help pave the way for the Trump administration to expand private ICE detention in New Jersey and other states.
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July 22, 2025 at 11:11 PM
The federal appeal courts ruling could pave the way for the expansion of private ICE detention centers in NJ and states with similar laws, as it diminishes the ability of states to challenge federal immigration enforcement.
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Weeks after the crew of the boat Madleen was intercepted and arrested in international waters by Israeli forces, a new boat has set sail to deliver aid to Gaza. The Handala departed Italy on Sunday with 5 Americans on board including labor activist Christian Smalls of NJ and actor Jacob Berger.
Gaza aid flotilla departs with NJ labor activist Christian Smalls on board
Christian Smalls, a labor leader from New Jersey, set sail on the Handala on July 13 to deliver aid to Gaza.
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July 14, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Weeks after the crew of the boat Madleen was intercepted and arrested in international waters by Israeli forces, a new boat has set sail to deliver aid to Gaza. The Handala departed Italy on Sunday with 5 Americans on board including labor activist Christian Smalls of NJ and actor Jacob Berger.
"As Muslims, we are so used to being attacked for our faith. I think people saw through these attacks and that was so empowering for me," said Mussab Ali, a candidate for mayor in Jersey City, who was at a watch party on primary night celebrating Mamdani's win.
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Zohran Mamdani’s NYC primary win inspires Muslim Americans nationwide
For Muslim Americans across the country, his victory was a historic moment — one that cast a sharp rebuke toward Islamophobia.
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June 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM
"As Muslims, we are so used to being attacked for our faith. I think people saw through these attacks and that was so empowering for me," said Mussab Ali, a candidate for mayor in Jersey City, who was at a watch party on primary night celebrating Mamdani's win.
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Just after midnight on June 25, Zohran Mamdani claims victory in the Democratic mayoral primary. “My friends, we have done it,” he tells supporters, quoting Nelson Mandela. “I will be your Democratic nominee for the mayor of New York.”
June 25, 2025 at 4:25 AM
Just after midnight on June 25, Zohran Mamdani claims victory in the Democratic mayoral primary. “My friends, we have done it,” he tells supporters, quoting Nelson Mandela. “I will be your Democratic nominee for the mayor of New York.”
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In a remarkable upset, 33-year-old state Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani has outperformed former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the June 24 Democratic New York City primary for mayor.
“Tonight is his night. He deserved it. He won," Cuomo said.
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“Tonight is his night. He deserved it. He won," Cuomo said.
Read more: bit.ly/44fPPxz
June 25, 2025 at 4:43 AM
In a remarkable upset, 33-year-old state Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani has outperformed former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the June 24 Democratic New York City primary for mayor.
“Tonight is his night. He deserved it. He won," Cuomo said.
Read more: bit.ly/44fPPxz
“Tonight is his night. He deserved it. He won," Cuomo said.
Read more: bit.ly/44fPPxz
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Asked if he had a message for the Trump administration, Mahmoud Khalil said, “My existence is the message. Palestinian existence is a message.”
For @usatoday.com, @hannanadely.bsky.social was on the ground at Newark International Airport:
For @usatoday.com, @hannanadely.bsky.social was on the ground at Newark International Airport:
Activist Mahmoud Khalil speaks out after release from ICE custody
A federal district judge ordered Khalil's release after over three months in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
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June 21, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Asked if he had a message for the Trump administration, Mahmoud Khalil said, “My existence is the message. Palestinian existence is a message.”
For @usatoday.com, @hannanadely.bsky.social was on the ground at Newark International Airport:
For @usatoday.com, @hannanadely.bsky.social was on the ground at Newark International Airport:
Mahmoud Khalil will be released from immigration detention TODAY, per judge's order.
'We can finally breathe a sigh of relief and know that Mahmoud is on his way home to me and Deen, who never should have been separated from his father,' said his wife Noor.
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'We can finally breathe a sigh of relief and know that Mahmoud is on his way home to me and Deen, who never should have been separated from his father,' said his wife Noor.
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Judge orders release of Palestinian activist and Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil
A judge ordered the release of Mahmoud Kahlil, a Columbia graduate and Palestinian activist, in a blow to the Trump administration.
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June 20, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Mahmoud Khalil will be released from immigration detention TODAY, per judge's order.
'We can finally breathe a sigh of relief and know that Mahmoud is on his way home to me and Deen, who never should have been separated from his father,' said his wife Noor.
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'We can finally breathe a sigh of relief and know that Mahmoud is on his way home to me and Deen, who never should have been separated from his father,' said his wife Noor.
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13 Princeton students were arrested in April 2024 for a sit-in at Clio Hall lasting under two hours, where they demanded a meeting with administrators over divestment from companies linked to Israel’s military campaigns.
Today, charges against them were dropped.
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Today, charges against them were dropped.
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Princeton students have charges dropped over sit-in for Gaza, 14 months later
Princeton students, who occupied an office suite for 90 minutes in April 2024, have battled trespassing charges for 14 months.
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June 18, 2025 at 1:01 AM
13 Princeton students were arrested in April 2024 for a sit-in at Clio Hall lasting under two hours, where they demanded a meeting with administrators over divestment from companies linked to Israel’s military campaigns.
Today, charges against them were dropped.
www.northjersey.com/story/news/2...
Today, charges against them were dropped.
www.northjersey.com/story/news/2...
An immigration crackdown is underway as international tourists arrive in the US for #FIFAClubWorldCup.
The political climate threatens to keep away both foreign and local fans - concerns that could escalate as the US prepares for an even bigger stage when it co-hosts the #FIFAWorldCup next year.
The political climate threatens to keep away both foreign and local fans - concerns that could escalate as the US prepares for an even bigger stage when it co-hosts the #FIFAWorldCup next year.
‘No vengan acá.’ Immigration fears mar FIFA Club World Cup excitement
Visa delays, immigration arrests and travel ban loom as FIFA Club World Cup comes to U.S. and New Jersey.
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June 16, 2025 at 2:29 PM
An immigration crackdown is underway as international tourists arrive in the US for #FIFAClubWorldCup.
The political climate threatens to keep away both foreign and local fans - concerns that could escalate as the US prepares for an even bigger stage when it co-hosts the #FIFAWorldCup next year.
The political climate threatens to keep away both foreign and local fans - concerns that could escalate as the US prepares for an even bigger stage when it co-hosts the #FIFAWorldCup next year.