Israel Slams Netherlands Over Fan Ban, Citing Rising Antisemitism
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Israel has condemned the Netherlands for banning Hapoel Be'er Sheva fans from a Europa League match in Alkmaar on Thursday, calling it a reward for violence and a sign of rising antisemitism. Israeli Ambassador Zvi Aviner Vapni's plea to allow fans safely was rejected by Mayor Anja Schouten, who cited security risks. The ban follows a previous attack on Israeli fans in Amsterdam and comes amid planned anti-Israel demonstrations, with police concerned about potential disorder.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel condemns Netherlands' ban on Hapoel Be'er Sheva fans from Thursday's match in Alkmaar.
- Israel's Foreign Ministry calls the ban a reward for violence and a sign of rising antisemitism in the Netherlands.
- Alkmaar Mayor Anja Schouten confirmed the decision to ban away fans is final due to security concerns.
- The ban follows a 2022 attack on Israeli fans in Amsterdam and a similar recent ban in Belgium.
- Police express concern over potential disorder due to planned anti-Israel demonstrations near the stadium.
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