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Antisemitism in Europe: Amsterdam Attacks Spark Outrage
A surge in antisemitic violence in Europe, particularly highlighted by attacks on Israeli football fans in Amsterdam, prompts concerns about the safety of Jewish communities.
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France
PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelEuropeViolenceAntisemitism
American Jewish CommitteeHamasLa France Insoumise (Lfi)Maccabi Tel-Aviv
Emmanuel MacronFemke HalsemaIsaac HerzogIsmaïl HaniyehSimone Rodan-Benzaquen
- Is this specific to France?
- The situation is not specific to France, though France's large Jewish population makes it a significant focal point. However, a lack of strong action against antisemitism is observed across Europe, even in countries with less significant Jewish populations.
- The president of Israel denounced an "antisemitic pogrom." Is that the case?
- While the term "pogrom" may be debated, the events in Amsterdam closely resemble the modus operandi of the October 7 attacks. The coordinated attacks, targeting and filming of individuals suspected of being Israeli, strongly suggest a targeted campaign of violence.
- Were you surprised by the violence committed against Israeli supporters in Amsterdam?
- The violence against Israeli supporters in Amsterdam was not surprising, given the rise in antisemitism globally since October 7, 2023. The attacks represent a significant escalation of antisemitic violence in Europe, surpassing previous levels.
- "At this stage, nothing corroborates the theory that the attacks against Israeli supporters in Amsterdam are antisemitic attacks," tweeted LFI deputy Aymeric Caron on Friday.
- Aymeric Caron's reluctance to label the Amsterdam attacks as antisemitic while readily using strong language for events in Gaza highlights a double standard in his approach to issues involving Israel. This selective approach to language and labeling underscores a biased perspective.
- Some, particularly on the far left, have argued that Maccabi Tel-Aviv supporters had misbehaved beforehand, notably tearing down a Palestinian flag or singing insulting slogans against Arabs...
- The argument that Israeli supporters misbehaved is a justification for antisemitism, similar to blaming a rape victim for their attire. Such attempts to minimize the violence deflect from the core issue of antisemitic hatred and aggression.