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Amsterdam Soccer Violence: Antisemitic Attacks Spark Fear

Antisemitic violence against Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam sparks fear and concern across Europe.

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Hersh Goldberg-Polin

What happened to Israeli soccer fans after a match in Amsterdam?: Following a soccer match in Amsterdam, Israeli fans were subjected to violent attacks by a mob, fueled by anger over the Gaza conflict. The attackers chanted antisemitic slogans and boasted about their actions on social media.
Were there similar incidents of antisemitic violence at other soccer matches?: The violence against Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam was not an isolated incident; similar antisemitic attacks have been reported at other soccer matches across Europe, highlighting a growing sense of insecurity among Jewish fans.
How does the Amsterdam incident compare to other instances of mob violence in Europe?: The attacks in Amsterdam evoke memories of the Chemnitz riots in 2018, where similar mob violence targeted migrants. In both instances, law enforcement agencies seemed ill-prepared and slow to react to the escalating situation.
What are the implications of the violence for Jewish soccer fans and European society?: The widespread antisemitic violence against Israeli fans is causing a significant sense of fear and insecurity within the Jewish community and is a serious concern for European authorities, as they need to address the underlying causes of such hate crimes.
Do the actions of some Maccabi Tel Aviv fans justify the violence against Israeli fans?: While some Maccabi Tel Aviv fans engaged in pre-game disturbances, this does not justify the subsequent, targeted violence against Israeli fans. The attacks constituted hate crimes and were poorly handled by the authorities.

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