Three people were arrested in Amsterdam after a police vehicle was set on fire and a bus was vandalized following violent clashes between Israeli soccer fans and the city’s Arab population. The tensions erupted after Maccabi Tel Aviv fans burned a Palestinian flag and chanted racist slogans during their game against Ajax, resulting in hit-and-run attacks targeting Israelis. The violence continued with attacks on police officers, cyclists, and public property. Concerns of escalating antisemitism were raised as world leaders condemned the attacks. The unrest was sparked by incidents of flag burning, vandalism, and incitement to violence in the days leading up to the soccer match. Pro-Palestinian protests and anti-Israel sentiments added fuel to the fire, resulting in ongoing clashes and disturbances. Amsterdam police responded with arrests, preventative measures, and a ban on demonstrations to try to restore calm. The events in Amsterdam prompted Israel to intervene, bringing Maccabi fans safely home and issuing warnings to Israeli citizens abroad. The violence received global attention, with world leaders condemning the attacks as antisemitic and reminiscent of dark chapters in history. Amsterdam authorities expressed shame over the events and took steps to address the situation, while Israeli fans involved in racist incidents faced scrutiny. The situation remains tense as Paris braces for potential violence around an upcoming soccer match between Israel and France.
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The outbreak of violence in Amsterdam
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