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Amsterdam Unrest After Football Match
Unrest erupted in Amsterdam after an Ajax football match, with clashes between pro-Palestinian protestors and Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters.
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Netherlands
SportsNetherlandsConflictViolenceProtestPoliceCrowd Control
AjaxMaccabi Tel AvivAt5Nos Nieuws
Naftali BennettHalsema
- Where did the main clashes occur?
- Police intervened to protect Maccabi supporters, escorting them back to their hotel. Mounted police were deployed to manage the situation.
- What events led to unrest in Amsterdam?
- Following an Ajax-Maccabi Tel Aviv football match, unrest broke out in Amsterdam's city center. Clashes reportedly occurred between pro-Palestinian youths and Maccabi supporters.
- What prominent figures commented on the events?
- Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett appealed to Dutch authorities to ensure the safety of Israeli citizens in Amsterdam. Social media showed footage of violence and antisemitic slurs.
- What was the role of the pro-Palestinian protest?
- Pro-Palestinian protestors were initially prevented from demonstrating near the stadium but held a protest elsewhere. The mayor feared that the demonstration would cause disturbances.
- What actions did the police take to control the situation?
- The unrest involved throwing objects, vandalism, and the use of fireworks. Dozens of arrests were made by police.