Netherlands

Netherlands probes Iranian involvement in Rotterdam attack

The Netherlands is investigating Iran's possible involvement in the attack on a Rotterdam synagogue this past Friday.

New terror group threatens Europe's Jewry

Diaspora Ministry reveals new terror group attacking synagogues in Belgium and Holland, suspicion attacks are revenge for elimination of Iraqi official acting in service of Iran.

8 haredi men attacked amid rising antisemitic incidents

At least eight Haredi Jews, including children, were attacked in Belgium amid rising antisemitic incidents, prompting increased security after a Liège synagogue explosion.

Attempted Attack In Amsterdam:

Explosive placed near Jewish school

An unknown individual placed an explosive device near a Jewish school saturday morning. Local authorities are investigating the incident.

Rotterdam synagogue set on fire: 'unlawful intimidation'

A video circulated on social media in which a group calling itself 'Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia' claims responsibility for the arson.

Suspected arson attack on Dutch synagogue

Blaze at entrance of Rotterdam synagogue sparks arson probe; officials and Jewish leaders condemn suspected antisemitic violent attack

Netherlands:

15 arrested for spreading ISIS propaganda on TikTok

Dutch prosecutors arrest 15 people for spreading ISIS propaganda on TikTok, encouraging terrorism.

European attack foiled?

Dutch arrest Syrian over ISIS-linked threat

29-year-old Syrian man arrested in the Netherlands for allegedly belonging to ISIS and planning a Christmas-time terror attack in Europe.

Western states condemn approval of new Judea, Samaria communities

A group of Western and allied countries condemned Israel’s approval of 19 new communities in Judea and Samaria, calling the move unilateral and harmful to regional stability and peace efforts.

Amsterdam:

Violent protests against performance of IDF Chief Cantor

Violent protests against IDF Chief Cantor Shai Abramson take place in Amsterdam, after pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators opposed his performances in the city. Police arrest suspects.

4 countries quit:

Israel to participate in Eurovision 2026

After a heated EBU debate over Israel’s participation, members approved rule changes preventing a disqualification vote, prompting four countries to withdraw as Israel prepares to compete in Vienna.

Dutch police detain man over axe threat to Wilders on TikTok

Dutch police detain a 25-year-old man after he threatened Geert Wilders in a viral TikTok video, saying he'd go to parliament “with an axe.”

After attack on Dutch ship

Netherlands demands EU sanctions on Houthis

Following a Houthi missile strike on Dutch ship Minervagracht, the Netherlands urges EU to label the Iran-backed group a terrorist entity.

Staff safe

Attempt to break into Israeli Embassy in The Hague thwarted

Individual arrested after attempting to break into and set fire to the Israeli Embassy in The Hague. All staff are safe. This follows a vandalism incident at the embassy a month prior.

Dutch Christian Leader:

'Judea and Samaria are the heart of Israel'

Dutch Christian leader Jack Van Der Tang raises the voice of Christians worldwide of unwavering support for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, declaring the land inseparable from Israel.

After Ireland

Dutch broadcaster joins Eurovision boycott against Israel

Dutch and Irish public broadcasters threaten to boycott Eurovision 2026 if Israel participates, citing “human suffering” and “erosion of press freedom” in Gaza.

'Exceptional concerns'

Netherlands bars Ben Gvir and Smotrich from Schengen Zone

Netherlands says ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich will be banned from entering the 29 countries comprising Europe’s Schengen area.

Gideon Sa'ar: Europe must choose - Israel or Hamas

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar sends message to Europe, warning, 'Every action against Israel directly serves the jihadist axis in the Middle East.'

Netherlands:

FM resigns after failing to impose sanctions on Israel

Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp resigns after his cabinet failed to agree on new sanctions against Israel, says he was "constrained" in his efforts to increase pressure.

Antisemitism in the Netherlands

Israeli Embassy entrance in The Hague vandalized

Three people arrived at the Israeli Embassy in The Hague, poured paint on the entrance and smashed the door, and were arrested by local police.

Dutch Foreign Minister:

No Palestinian state recognition for now

The Dutch government has decided not to recognize a Palestinian state despite rising concerns over Gaza, says Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp.

Dutch Amb. to Israel summoned for reprimand

Foreign Minister Sa'ar tells Dutch Amb. Marriët Schuurman 'the Dutch government's policy towards Israel fuels antisemitism in the Netherlands.'

Netherlands decides:

Smotrich and Ben Gvir to be barred entry

Netherlands to ban Smotrich and Ben Gvir from entering the country. The Israeli ambassador will be summoned for a discussion.

'Huge mistake'

Clash between Dutch Prime Minister and President Herzog

Pres. Herzog criticized the Prime Minister of the Netherlands after the latter announced support for suspending Israel from the EU Horizon program due to the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Netherlands designates Israel a 'security threat'

A dramatic report from the Netherlands signals a shift in Dutch policy, with its intelligence agency identifying Israel as a threat to the international legal order.

Haskel meets Dutch MP

'A courageous voice against Iranian regime, rising antisemitism'

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel met yesterday in Jerusalem with Dutch Member of Parliament Ulysse Ellian during his 1st visit to Israel.

Dutch club Twente faces backlash over signing of Israeli defender

FC Twente plans to sign Israeli defender Stav Lemkin, amid tensions surrounding Israel’s military operations, some label the move immoral, others defend the player's right to be judged solely on merit.

Historic:

Amsterdam Mayor apologizes for city's WWII role against Jews

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema publicly apologizes for the city’s active complicity in the Holocaust, acknowledging that local authorities aided Nazi efforts during World War II.

New data:

Antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands soar to record levels

A record 421 antisemitic incidents were recorded in the Netherlands in 2024, marking an 11% rise over the previous high. Dutch watchdog CIDI warns the nation is facing an antisemitism crisis requiring urgent action.

Your guide to success

Low-cost company formation in the Netherlands

Starting a business in the Netherlands is an attractive prospect for entrepreneurs from around the globe.

Connecting Israel & Diaspora: From the Netherlands to Israel

Watch the third episode of a new series - Israelis connect with their brethren around the world and talk about the challenges they each face, 'finding it amusing that each side believes that the challenges facing the other are more stressful.'

'You'll pay in blood'

Jewish school in Holland receives terrifying threats

Police are searching 31-year-old man suspect who possibly fled to Turkey after he threatened to murder three Jewish schoolchildren as revenge for the war in Gaza.

Will the Netherlands expose collaborators with the Nazis?

Central Archives of the Special Jurisdiction Courts, documenting 425,000 Dutch individuals accused of collaborating with the Nazis during World War II, to become accessible on Thursday.

Five men sentenced over Amsterdam soccer pogrom

Amsterdam District Court sentences five men to prison terms of up to six months for their involvement in the violence against Israeli soccer fans in November.

Amsterdam soccer pogrom:

Prosecutor claims violence was not influenced by antisemitism

Prosecutors call for two years in jail for man suspected of punching and kicking Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam on November 7, but claim there was no evidence of a terrorist intent and the violence was not motivated by antisemitism.

Geert Wilders:

'Netanyahu has done more in one year than Europe has done in 70'

Geert Wilders, leader of the Party for Freedom in the Netherlands who is currently visiting Israel, praises Netanyahu for overseeing Israel's counterterrorism efforts over the last year.

Amsterdam pogrom:

Suspects will not be facing terrorism charges

Dutch Chief Public Prosecutor says that seven suspects in the attack on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam will be facing charges that include violence and public insult but not terrorism charges: From a legal standpoint, there was no terrorism involved.

Dutch PM:

'Could be ways for Netanyahu to visit without being arrested'

After the ICC issued arrest warrants for PM Netanyahu, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof says there are potential scenarios in which Netanyahu could visit without facing arrest, depending on the purpose of his visit.

Watch:

Thousands rally against antisemitism in Amsterdam

Thousands of supporters gathered at the Stopera in Amsterdam, waving Israeli and Dutch flags, to demonstrate solidarity with the Jewish community and speak out against the alarming surge in antisemitism in the country.

Netherlands:

C4I faced disturbing attack by demonstrators

Attack on Christians for Israel Center in the Netherlands highlights tensions ahead of Pro-Israel demonstration

Netherlands:

'No prior warnings received'

One day after outrageous remarks by the mayor of Amsterdam, the Netherlands claims that Israel did not provide on information about a pogrom planned by Muslims in the city.

'Pogrom - Israeli propaganda'

Amsterdam Mayor makes outrageous statement

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema said in an interview that the Israeli government referred to the attacks on Israeli soccer fans in her city as a pogrom to 'incriminate Muslim Moroccans.'

Amsterdam pogrom

Dutch police investigating 45 individuals

Dutch police chief says the investigation is focused on "all crimes committed in the run-up to the game and in its aftermath".

Over Amsterdam pogrom

Report: Dutch government could fall

Dutch cabinet meets for emergency session amid reports the coalition could implode over the government's handling of the violence against Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam:

Anti-Israel protesters detained as demonstrations continue

Pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators carrying PLO flags detained in Amsterdam's city center after defying restrictions put in place following last week’s pogrom.

Amsterdam:

Protesters torch tram as fresh riots erupt

Fresh rioting breaks out in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district, where protesters damage public property and set a tram ablaze.

Held despite ban

Violence erupts during anti-Israel demonstration in Amsterdam

Violence erupts as law enforcement confronts Palestinian Arab demonstrators who gathered at Dam Square despite temporary protest ban. Over 50 arrested.

Antisemitism in the Netherlands:

I'm a Dutch Jew; it's so sad to experience this in my country

President of NIK Central Committee and EJA Vice President Ellen Van Praagh says her parents warned her of antisemitism in her country 'I laughed at them and said, 'That's absolutely not true. That's not going to happen in Holland, never.' Sadly, I was wrong!'

Geert Wilders:

'No one who took part in Amsterdam pogrom was arrested'

Leader of Dutch Party for Freedom disputes Amsterdam police claim: All arrests were made before and during the soccer match and NOT during the pogrom.

Dutch PM: Amsterdam attack on Jews a 'turning point'

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meets Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, discussing rising antisemitism and delegitimization of Israel.

Dutch PM:

'A terrible antisemitic attack, we will not tolerate it'

Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof condemns violence against Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam: I'm deeply ashamed that this could happen in the Netherlands.

'Echo dark moments in history'

Biden condemns attacks on Israelis in Amsterdam

US President says the Amsterdam pogrom was reminiscent of "dark moments in history when Jews were persecuted."

Dutch King:

'We failed the Jews in WW2, last night we failed again'

President Isaac Herzog spoke with the King of the Netherlands, Willem-Alexander, following the horrific acts of violence against Israelis and Jews on the streets of Amsterdam last night. The King strongly condemned and expressed deep horror and shock over the criminal acts committed.

1 month before pogrom:

Dutch police allowed officers to refuse to protect Jews

Last month, Dutch police admitted officers who refused to protect Jewish institutions such as the Amsterdam Holocaust museum were not forced to do so. A month, later, Amsterdam became the site of a pogrom.

Amsterdam pogrom:

Local authorities received warnings about attacks on Israelis

Israeli Diaspora Affairs Ministry accuses Dutch authorities of failing to respond appropriately to 3 separate warnings anti-Israel forces were planning to harm Israelis in Amsterdam shortly before the pogrom.

Netherlands:

Investigation against Israel because of the ICC?

The prosecution in the Netherlands is considering opening a criminal investigation against Israel for "obstructing the investigation procedures of the International Criminal Court."

Display of solidarity, hope:

Thousands gather for 10/7 memorial in Barneveld, Netherlands

2,000 gathered for a memorial event, organized by Christians for Israel, which saw Dutch Christians standing with Israel and the Jewish people in a moment of deep reflection and hope.

'You are a psychopath'

Geert Wilders responds to Iranian Supreme Leader - in Hebrew

After Khamenei threatens Israel in a Hebrew post on X, Dutch right-wing leader fires back: You will lose because logic, democracy and freedom will win and we will always support Israel.

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with Dutch counterpart

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof in New York and thanked him for the Netherlands' support of Israel.

Netherlands:

One dead, one wounded in stabbing rampage in Rotterdam

Witnesses at the scene say the attacker shouted “Allahu Akbar”. Local police say they are investigating the incident and no motive has yet been established.