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Dutch Jewish Leader Slams Settlement Ban, Warns of Rising Antisemitism
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The president of the Jewish Communities in the Netherlands, Jigal Markuszower, has condemned a new Dutch ban on products from Israeli settlements, warning it fuels antisemitism and hostility towards Israel. The ban has strained Dutch-Israeli diplomatic relations, with Israel revoking Dutch diplomats' accreditation.
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- Dutch Jewish leader Jigal Markuszower condemned a new ban on Israeli settlement products.
- He warned the ban contributes to growing antisemitism and hostility toward Israel.
- The ban took effect September 22 and covers goods from West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Golan Heights.
- Israel has retaliated by revoking accreditation for Dutch diplomats.
- Markuszower noted a 'push factor' from Europe for Dutch Jews considering immigration to Israel.
- Dutch-Israeli relations have deteriorated significantly since the October 7 Hamas attacks.
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