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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.
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.
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In a stark warning amid escalating tensions, a top advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has urged caution, advising against a hasty or instinctive response to recent Israeli provocations. The advisor, Ali Larijani, highlighted that Israel aims to draw Iran into a direct conflict through deliberate provocations, setting a strategic trap for Tehran. He emphasised the need for a calculated approach, stressing that Iran’s actions should be guided by long-term strategy rather than emotion. The statement reflects a growing concern within Iran’s leadership over potential escalation with Israel and its regional allies, urging restraint and strategic patience.
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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
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Interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy thinks an extended stint on the bench acted as motivation for Manchester United's two-goal Europa League hero Amad Diallo. BBC Sport
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.
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Israeli football fans attended a UEFA Nations League football match in Budapest on Monday eager to watch the male national team play Italy — while also calling for an end to the Israel-Hamas war.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:53Published
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent two rescue planes to the Netherlands on Friday after Israeli football fans were reportedly injured in violence in... News24 Also reported by •BBC News •Daily Record
Violent attacks on the streets of Amsterdam targeting Israeli football fans have been widely condemned. Israel has sent aircraft to the Netherlands to repatriate... Deutsche Welle