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Amsterdam Attacks on Israeli Football Fans
Antisemitic attacks against Israeli football fans in Amsterdam led to arrests and strong condemnations from officials.
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Middle EastIsraelNetherlandsFootballViolenceAntisemitismArrestAttack
Amsterdam PoliceMaccabi Tel AvivAjaxIsraeli Ministry Of Foreign AffairsCentral Israelite Council Of Greece
Femke HalsemaMark RuttePeter De JongLisa Dvir
- What is the status of the missing Israelis after the incidents?
- All missing Israelis have been located following the incidents surrounding the Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax football match. The first plane carrying Israelis landed at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv on Friday afternoon.
- How did the Central Israelite Council of Greece react to the attacks?
- The Central Israelite Council of Greece condemned the attacks and expressed support for the victims and their families, urging the Dutch authorities to promptly apprehend and punish the perpetrators.
- What measures did the Mayor of Amsterdam take in response to the attacks?
- The mayor called the events a "very dark moment" and a "great shame," stating that antisemitic criminals attacked visitors to the city. She also announced a three-day ban on demonstrations and gave police extra powers.
- How many arrests have been made following the attacks on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans?
- Ten people have been arrested in Amsterdam following attacks on fans of the Israeli football team Maccabi Tel Aviv. The attacks involved a hit-and-run tactic, according to Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema.
- What was the reaction of the Dutch Prime Minister and the Amsterdam police chief to the events?
- Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte expressed shame over the events, calling it a terrible night. Amsterdam's police chief, Peter de Jong, stated that Israeli fans experienced terrifying moments and were seriously assaulted.