Amsterdam

Netherlands: The threat of ambient antisemitism

Many Dutch Jews feel they are being tolerated rather than accepted, remembered rather than protected

Protesters running after Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam
 KLM Dutch airline planes

Dutch airline KLM retracts decision to resume Israel flights

 KLM AIRCRAFT are seen on the tarmac at Schipol airport near Amsterdam April 15, 2015.

Dutch airline KLM running low on de-icing fluid for planes in Amsterdam

PEOPLE WALK in the snow-covered Trocadero square near the Eiffel Tower, as winter weather with snow and cold temperatures hits a large part of the country, in Paris, France, January 5, 2026.

Freezing weather across Europe causes flight cancellations, rail network disuption


'Free Palstine': WhatsApp group plays central role in Amsterdam pogrom trial

Seven people have already appeared in court, with another six still to appear. The WhatsApp group was centrally featured in the prosecution's statements during the trial.

 The city of Amsterdam

Dutch politician Geert Wilders meets Israeli ministers, PM in Israel visit

Wilders expressed his excitement for the visit on social media, and many Israeli officials have thanked him for being a friend and ally.

 Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders speaks to media in The Hague, Netherlands after polls closed in an EU election on June 6, 2024.

Antisemitism evident in Amsterdam riots, but terrorism ruled out - Dutch Prosecution

"The suspects will not face terrorism charges, but in some cases, antisemitism has been formally included in the accusations."

 The city of Amsterdam

‘We stand beside our Jews’: A powerful rally in Amsterdam - opinion

The November 28th rally was a powerful reminder that we must stand in solidarity with our Jewish brothers and sisters and with Israel. 

 Rally against antisemitism in Amsterdam

Thousands rally in Amsterdam against antisemitism amid rising attacks in the Netherlands

Shocking recent events occurred during pro-Palestinian demonstrations, where chants of "Death to Jews" were heard in public squares.

 Rally against antisemitism in Amsterdam

'We're being rejected outright': Amsterdam mayor bans rally against antisemitism

Antisemitism rally blocked from Dam Square, sparking outrage among organizers.

Mayor of Amsterdam Femke Halsema attends a press conference following the violence targeting fans of an Israeli soccer team, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, November 8, 2024.

Israel needs to take action against antisemitism - opinion

While the State of Israel cannot eradicate the world’s oldest hatred of antisemitism, it must take effective action to mitigate it.

 MACCABI TEL Aviv soccer player Joris van Overeem arrives at Ben-Gurion Airport, the day after the attacks against Israelis in Amsterdam following a match between Maccabi and Ajax, earlier this month.

Zionist Christian center vandalized in Netherlands ahead of pro-Israel demonstration

The vandalism came ahead of Christians For Israel's planned demonstration in support of Israel and the local Jewish community.

 Vandalism at the Christian For Israel organization building in the Netherlands.

Dutch government creates new national strategy for combatting antisemitism

The strategy will take effect immediately and encompasses all facets of society, including sports, education, immigration, and security.

 Demonstrators hold Palestinian and Israeli flags as they gather in front of the National Holocaust Museum on the day of its opening, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, March 10, 2024.

From Amsterdam to the UAE: Protecting those who safeguard Jewish life - comment

Emissaries like Rabbi Zvi Kogan, who has gone missing in Dubai in a suspected terror attack, stand at the front lines of Jewish continuity and must be protected.

 A woman wrapped in an Israel flag stands outside the place where mayor of Amsterdam Femke Halsema attends a press conference following the violence targeting fans of an Israeli soccer team, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, November 8, 2024.