Israeli Government Deploys Airplanes Following Violent Attack on Soccer Fans
- Israeli soccer fans were attacked by a group in Amsterdam after leaving a Europa League match against Ajax.
- At least ten fans were injured, and the Israeli government announced plans to send rescue planes.
- Authorities have made about thirty arrests, and the situation is reportedly stabilizing.
On Thursday night, Israeli soccer fans were attacked in Amsterdam after attending a Europa League match against Ajax. The incident led to injuries among the fans, with the Israeli foreign minister confirming that at least ten citizens suffered injuries. Following this troubling event, officials announced plans to send two rescue planes to assist affected citizens. The situation was reported to be stabilizing as security measures were heightened in the city, with Amsterdam police previously warning of tensions related to the match. Approximately thirty arrests had been made in connection to the violence at the time of reporting, though details on the individuals arrested were not disclosed. The attack drew significant concern from Israeli authorities, prompting calls for Dutch police to ensure the safety of all citizens present in the city.