Dutch King Condemns Antisemitism Following Violence Against Israeli Fans
In response to violent attacks on Israeli football fans in Amsterdam, Dutch King Willem-Alexander emphasized that Jewish individuals must feel safe in the Netherlands. The clashes occurred during a Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, leading to several injuries and over 60 arrests. Mayor Femke Halsema expressed deep shame over the incidents, which erupted shortly before Kristallnacht commemorations, while Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof vowed to track down the perpetrators. The violence has been widely condemned, drawing reactions from leaders across Europe and the US.