Amsterdam – Violence erupted around the Europa League match between Dutch club Ajax Amsterdam and Maccabi Tel Aviv, as pro-Palestinian protesters clashed with police. According to reports from the NOS television channel, around 200 protesters tried to reach the stadium and break through a police blockade. However, mobile police units managed to keep the demonstrators away from the Johan Cruijff Arena.
In light of expected political tensions around the match, special security measures have been put in place in parts of the Dutch capital. Initially, a demonstration against Israel’s attacks on the Gaza Strip was planned just outside the stadium. However, the mayor banned the gathering, designating a nearby location for the protest.
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Earlier in the afternoon, clashes had already taken place in the city center between Israeli supporters and the police. Hundreds of Maccabi fans gathered in the central Dam Square, where they illegally set off fireworks. According to police reports, around 20 people were arrested for disturbing the peace and illegal possession of fireworks. Media reports also indicated that scuffles had occurred between Maccabi fans and pro-Palestinian demonstrators on the Dam.
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