The authorities in Amsterdam reported a wave of antisemitic assaults against Israeli soccer fans, leading to 62 arrests, mainly for minor offenses related to unruly behavior.
Amsterdam's mayor, Femke Halsema, described the events as a "toxic cocktail of antisemitism, hooligan behavior, and anger over the war in Palestine and Israel," highlighting the societal context.
The police's investigation revealed that four suspects remained in custody on serious charges, including two teenagers accused of assaulting riot police during the confrontations.
With ongoing investigations into potential organization behind the violence, the incidents surrounding the soccer match exemplified a complicated interplay of cultural and political tensions.
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