Amsterdam Unrest: Arrests and Violence Against Israeli Fans
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In Amsterdam, a tram was set on fire by individuals armed with sticks and firecrackers, amid ongoing unrest following recent attacks on Israeli football fans. The incident occurred at '40-'45 Square, where police quickly extinguished the fire and made several arrests. This unrest follows a pro-Palestinian protest that was broken up by riot police. Five additional arrests were made related to the attacks on Israeli fans, which have been condemned as antisemitic by Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof. Tensions had escalated after Maccabi Tel Aviv fans engaged in provocative acts, leading to clashes.
Topics:world#amsterdam#antisemitic-attacks#israeli-football-fans#pro-palestinian-protests#unrest#world-news
- Dutch tram set on fire in new Amsterdam unrest DW (English)
- Five new arrests in Amsterdam over violence against Israeli fans NBC News
- How Attacks on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam Unfolded The New York Times
- Mitvim director claims Amsterdam attacks were anti-Israel, not antisemitic - interview The Jerusalem Post
- ‘Cancer Jews’: Several arrested after tram set ablaze in week’s second Amsterdam riot The Times of Israel
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