Antisemitic Attack on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam

Following a Europa League soccer match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv in Amsterdam, a significant incident of violence occurred. Antisemitic rioters actively sought out and attacked Israeli soccer fans, resulting in five people being hospitalized and 62 suspects detained. The violence happened despite a ban on a pro-Palestinian demonstration near the stadium imposed by Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema due to concerns over potential clashes. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office condemned the attacks as a 'horrific anti-Semitic incident' and is coordinating flights to bring the affected fans back home. Dutch leaders, including Prime Minister Dick Schoof, have also condemned the violence and promised to track down and prosecute the perpetrators. The incident has been likened to historic antisemitic attacks, with Israeli President Isaac Herzog describing it as a 'pogrom'.

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