Violence Erupts in Amsterdam Amid Anti-Semitic Riots

A violent antisemitic riot erupted in Amsterdam following a football match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv, where mobs specifically targeted Jewish individuals, resulting in multiple injuries. Eyewitness accounts describe organized attacks reminiscent of historical pogroms, prompting outrage from officials, including Amsterdam's mayor, who termed the events an 'explosion of anti-Semitism.' Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned the violence as a premeditated attack and initiated the evacuation of Israeli fans, sending six rescue planes to bring them home. The attacks, which saw rioters using scooters to hunt for their victims, led to widespread fear within the Jewish community, with some individuals refusing to speak on the record. Dutch authorities reported at least 62 arrests related to the chaos, yet the police response during the riots was criticized for being inadequate. As the situation stabilizes, concerns remain about the safety of Jewish communities in the Netherlands and the handling of such unrest by authorities.