27 Nov 2024 | 07:36 PM UTC
Netherlands: Pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian activists to demonstrate at Stopera in Amsterdam 19:00-20:30 Nov. 28
Pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian activists to rally at Stopera in Amsterdam, Netherlands, 19:00-20:30 Nov. 28; heightened security likely.
Pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian activists plan to stage demonstrations in the vicinity of the Stopera complex in Amsterdam 19:00-20:30 Nov. 28. The precise number of people who would participate in the demonstrations was not immediately clear; however, large crowds are likely.
Authorities will likely deploy large numbers of law enforcement officers in the area to monitor and facilitate the demonstrations. The demonstrations and likely increased security presence will probably cause localized transport disruptions. Clashes between demonstrators and police officers, or between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian activists, cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the demonstrations as a precaution. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
Several incidents of violent unrest broke out between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian groups in Amsterdam between Nov. 7 and Nov. 13. Clashes took place during the night of Nov. 7-8 between pro-Palestinian activists and fans of the Israeli Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team in several parts of the city. Protests continued for several nights; notably, a Nov. 13 gathering saw 281 arrests.
