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Why does Israel play in European football competitions?

Deutsche Welle Friday, 8 November 2024 ()
Clashes in Amsterdam following the Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv demonstrate Israeli football's unique position. Here's what you need to know.
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VIDEO| Hamas-Like Attack in Amsterdam? Israeli Jews ‘Ambushed’; Hit, Kicked by Mob in Brutal Attack [Video]

VIDEO| Hamas-Like Attack in Amsterdam? Israeli Jews ‘Ambushed’; Hit, Kicked by Mob in Brutal Attack

A shocking incident unfolded in Amsterdam when a group of Israeli Jews were ambushed by a violent mob, reminiscent of the brutal tactics used by Hamas. The victims, reportedly supporters of the Maccabi Tel Aviv football team, were attacked outside the stadium following their Europa League match against Ajax. The attackers hit and kicked the Israeli fans, leaving them injured and shaken. This violent assault has raised alarm in the Jewish community, as it echoes rising anti-Israel sentiment and tensions in Europe amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Dutch authorities are investigating the attack, with increased security measures in place. #IsraeliFansAttacked #AmsterdamViolence #MaccabiTelAviv #NetanyahuOrdersRescue #PogromInAmsterdam #EuropaLeagueViolence #FootballClashAmsterdam #DutchPoliceArrest #IsraelRescuePlanes #ViolentClashAmsterdam #IsraelSupportersAttacked #FootballGameAttack #IDFRescue #IsraeliFansInDanger #AmsterdamClashes ~HT.97~GR.152~GR.124~ED.101~

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Amsterdam rioters targeted Israeli fans in 'explosion of antisemitism', mayor says

Femke Halsema condemns a night of violence following a Europa League football match.
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Jews in Amsterdam Brutally Attacked by Mob: Netanyahu Sends Planes to Rescue Israelis, Many Dead [Video]

Jews in Amsterdam Brutally Attacked by Mob: Netanyahu Sends Planes to Rescue Israelis, Many Dead

Jews in Amsterdam Brutally Attacked by Mob: Netanyahu Sends Planes to Rescue Israelis, Many Dead" reports a harrowing incident in which a mob in Amsterdam violently assaulted Jews, leading to multiple fatalities and injuries. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered two planes to urgently evacuate Israeli citizens caught in the chaos. The brutal attack targeted supporters of the Maccabi Tel Aviv football team, who were leaving a Europa League match against Ajax. Tensions have been rising globally due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, with anti-Semitic violence escalating in Europe #IsraeliFansAttacked #AmsterdamViolence #MaccabiTelAviv #NetanyahuOrdersRescue #PogromInAmsterdam #EuropaLeagueViolence #FootballClashAmsterdam #DutchPoliceArrest #IsraelRescuePlanes #ViolentClashAmsterdam #IsraelSupportersAttacked #FootballGameAttack #IDFRescue #IsraeliFansInDanger #AmsterdamClashes ~PR.152~HT.336~GR.122~HT.336~

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'Supporters were easily identifiable because they were wearing supporters' clothing and waving Israeli flags' [Video]

'Supporters were easily identifiable because they were wearing supporters' clothing and waving Israeli flags'

Credit: FRANCE 24 English    Duration: 02:49Published

UEFA Europa League UEFA Europa League Annual association football competition in Europe

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Amsterdam Amsterdam Capital and most populous city of the Netherlands

Israel deploys rescue planes to Amsterdam after violent attacks on football fans [Video]

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62 people were arrested after violence between football fans broke out following a game in the Dutch capital. Both leaders described the violence as antisemitic.

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:36Published

Israeli football fans attacked in Amsterdam, officials say

Dozens are arrested and the Dutch PM condemns "antisemitic attacks" on Israeli fans.
BBC Sport

Maccabi Tel Aviv F.C. Maccabi Tel Aviv F.C. Israeli football club

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