Israeli flag replaced at Hampstead City Hall after burning overnight

The Israeli flag flying in front of Hampstead’s City Hall has been replaced Friday after being burned overnight.

The flag was first installed in October 2023 and has made headlines in the last few weeks after residents petitioned to have it removed, saying it does not represent everyone in town.

Some were also upset it replaced the Hampstead flag, which now flies below the Isreaeli flag.

It is unclear who burned the flag.

Hampstead Mayor Jeremy Levi, who is very active on social media and is especially vocal in his support for Israel, posted on X that the town “will relentlessly pursue those responsible” and the "community will not bow to hatred."

“The council, elected by the people, voted unanimously to fly the Israeli flag—and fly it we will," he posted.

“The flags have already been raised again, higher than before, as a symbol that our resolve cannot be burned or broken.”