In a shocking display of anti-Semitism, Israeli football fans were violently attacked in Amsterdam after a Europa League match on Thursday night.

Authorities have reported multiple incidents in which Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters were ambushed and attacked by groups of people who were actively searching for them.

The attacks came against a backdrop of heightened tensions surrounding the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema condemned the atrocious acts, calling them a shame for the city.

“It is a terrible time for our city. “I am very ashamed of the behavior that was displayed last night,” Halsema said during a news conference.

The brutality left several fans injured and resulted in at least 63 arrests, with investigations underway to identify and prosecute the perpetrators.

Disturbingly, video footage of the attacks shows individuals, allegedly on scooters, attacking Israeli fans as they left the stadium.

The violence comes at a time when anti-Semitic sentiments are surging globally, reminiscent of darker periods in history.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu drew parallels to Kristallnacht, the infamous 1938 pogrom against Jews in Nazi Germany, stating that “this is unacceptable.”

He expressed dismay at the resurgence of such hatred in Europe and emphasized the urgent need for safety and protection for Jewish citizens abroad.

Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof also intervened, calling the attacks “completely unacceptable” and promising to hold the instigators accountable.

Meanwhile, the Jewish community and leaders across Europe are responding with alarm to these incidents.

The situation highlights the dangerous climate facing Jews in Europe, particularly in light of recent events in the Middle East.

Despite attempts by local authorities to maintain order, the attacks underscore a worrying trend of escalating violence against Jewish communities.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against hate and the critical need for vigilance to safeguard the rights and safety of all citizens, especially those of persecuted groups.

Sources:
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