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Amsterdam Violence After Soccer Match Leads to Arrests

Dutch police investigate 45 suspects following violent incidents tied to a recent soccer match.

  • Nine individuals have been arrested as part of the investigation into the violence surrounding the Maccabi Tel-Aviv and Ajax Amsterdam soccer match.
  • Authorities are analyzing extensive video footage to identify more suspects involved in the incidents.
  • Tensions were high before the match, with anti-Arab slogans and vandalism reported from Israeli supporters.
  • Post-match, Israeli supporters faced attacks allegedly incited by social media calls for violence against Jews.
  • The violence has had political repercussions, nearly causing a split in the Dutch government coalition.
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