Dutch capital declared ‘high risk’ zone after attack on Israeli football fans – POLITICO

Local authorities in Amsterdam issued an emergency order declaring the Dutch capital a “high-risk security area”. Attack on Israeli fans Thursday night.

emergency measuresThese measures, which also cover the Amstelveen area, include “activating preventive searches”, banning demonstrations and increasing police presence.

The implementation of the measures follows the punishment of fans of Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv football team. Attacked at Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam After the Europa League match against Dutch team Ajax. The Dutch team won the match 5-0.

The emergency order, which went into effect Friday, also bans “accompaniment by face coverings.” possible disruptions to public order” and recommends “additional caution and security for Jewish institutions and other vulnerable areas.”

The measures will be in effect “at least this weekend” and until further notice, according to local officials.