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Antisemitic Attacks Target Soccer Fans in Berlin and Amsterdam

Antisemitic attacks against Jewish soccer players in Berlin and Amsterdam spark investigations and increased security measures.

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Human Rights ViolationsGermany InvestigationViolenceSecurityAntisemitismSoccer

Tus Makkabi BerlinDjk Schwarz-Weiß NeuköllnMaccabi DeutschlandMaccabi Tel AvivAjax Amsterdam

Iris SprangerAlon MeyerDavid Van Weel

What investigation is underway in Amsterdam?: In Amsterdam, an investigation is underway regarding potential oversight of warnings from Israel about attacks against Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. These attacks followed an Ajax-Maccabi Tel Aviv game and resulted in injuries and arrests.
What happened to Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Amsterdam?: The Amsterdam attacks involved 20-30 injured Israeli fans who were targeted by pro-Palestinian youths on motorbikes. Subsequent demonstrations in Amsterdam have been banned.
Describe the attacks against TuS Makkabi Berlin players.: The attacks in Berlin involved players from TuS Makkabi Berlin being verbally abused, spat on, and chased after a game by players and spectators who shouted "Free Palestine."
What happened in Berlin involving Jewish youth soccer players?: Following reports of antisemitic attacks against Jewish youth soccer players in Berlin, Senator Iris Spranger demanded consequences. The attacks occurred after a game, with players reportedly being chased with sticks and knives and called antisemitic slurs.
What measures are being taken in response to the attacks in Berlin and Amsterdam?: Police presence will be increased at all Berlin Makkabi team games following the reported attacks in Berlin; in Amsterdam, four individuals remain in custody following arrests related to the attacks on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.

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