Amsterdam’s mayor, Femke Halsema, detailed in a 12-page report how the recent violence stemmed from a mix of football hooliganism and deep-seated antisemitism, combined with geopolitical tensions surrounding the conflict in Palestine and Israel.
In her address to the city council, Halsema emphasized the dual injustices faced by Jews and Palestinians in the city, expressing concern that the situation had spiraled into a call for violence against Jews.
Documents reveal that the police had prior warnings about the potential for violence from Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters, including their aggressive actions towards a Palestinian flag and inciting slogans.
Halsema's report captures the urgency of addressing rising antisemitism in Amsterdam and highlights the severe implications of this recent unrest, combining elements of sports violence with broader societal conflicts.
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