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Paris on high alert for potential antisemitic violence
Concerns of antisemitic violence in Paris following events at the Ajax-Maccabi Tel Aviv match.
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International RelationsRussia Ukraine WarFranceNetherlandsViolenceSecurityAntisemitismSoccer
AjaxMaccabi Tel AvivFrench Police
Mathieu ZagrodzkiBruno RetailleauPresident MacronPremier BarnierOlivier Roy
- Is there a concern about copycat attacks?
- There are concerns about copycat behavior, with reports of individuals involved in the Amsterdam violence calling for similar actions in Paris. The French authorities are determined to prevent a repeat of the Amsterdam events.
- What security measures are in place for the match?
- Four thousand police officers are deployed around the stadium in Paris, an unusually high number, reflecting concerns about potential antisemitic attacks against Israeli supporters.
- What are the differing views on the French authorities' response?
- Experts have differing views on the French authorities' response. Some believe the heavy security and strong rhetoric may be counterproductive, escalating tensions, while others see it as necessary to deter violence and show a firm stance against antisemitism.
- What is the main concern regarding the upcoming France-Israel match in Paris?
- The violence surrounding the Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv match has caused concern in Paris, where France and Israel will play a Nations League match. Authorities fear a repeat of the antisemitic violence seen in Amsterdam.
- What is the expected attendance for the match, and what impact might that have on security?
- Despite the heavy security and concerns, the expected attendance for the France-Israel match is low. The vast police presence and relatively small crowd may help mitigate the risk of large-scale violence, although the possibility of isolated incidents remains.