Israeli soccer fans attacked in Amsterdam, officials say; rescue planes deployed
USA TodayNOV 2024
For Israelis, the Israeli diaspora, and the Jewish community, the Amsterdam violence signifies a bleak picture of the escalating dangers worldwide, emphasizing a virulent resurgence of antisemitism. Often concealed as anti-Zionism, this hatred fuels disruptions, attacks, and a climate of rising hostility. Diaspora Jews are increasingly marginalized, excluded, and subjected to unrelenting intimidation and violence, often with state sponsorship. Urgent action is needed to confront this menace before it devastates Jewish life globally once again.
Israeli provocation is heightening risks for Jewish and Israeli communities worldwide, as recent violence in Amsterdam tragically demonstrates. Israel’s aggressive policies under Prime Minister Netanyahu, especially in Gaza and the West Bank, have stirred resentment, reducing global sympathy despite valid security concerns. Actions by some Israeli supporters abroad, like confrontational flag removals or rallying provocations, feed this backlash, increasing anti-Israeli sentiments and tensions. The resulting insecurity endangers Jewish and Israeli lives globally.
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