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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.

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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.

Netherlands:

Two Pakistanis convicted of calling to murder Geert Wilders

Dutch court convicts in absentia two Pakistani political leaders of making calls for the murder of right-wing leader Geert Wilders.

Netherlands:

Two Pakistani men tried over incitement to murder Geert Wilders

Two Pakistani men stand trial in absentia over alleged attempts to incite the murder of Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders.

Herzog to Dutch FM:

'There must be firm decisions against Hamas around the world'

President Isaac Herzog met on Sunday with the Foreign Minister of the Netherlands, Caspar Veldkamp, and thanked him for his country's support.

Amsterdam:

Statue of Anne Frank vandalized with the word 'Gaza'

Antisemitic vandal paints the word “Gaza” on a statue of Anne Frank, located near her first home in Amsterdam.

Netherlands:

Christians for Israel building vandalized

On 7 July, the Israel Centre in Nijkerk was smeared with the red paint that has become common in several instances of anti-Israel grafitti.

Amid concerns over a war

Germany and Netherlands call on their citizens to leave Lebanon

Germany and the Netherlands follow in the footsteps of Canada, urge their citizens to leave Lebanon.

Geert Wilders to Netanyahu:

'The ICC prosecutor is ridiculous and wrong'

Dutch right-wing leader speaks to Netanyahu to express support for Israel and denounce the ICC decision to seek arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

Geert Wilders:

'I support the State of Israel till the very end'

Watch: Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders speaks in support of Israel at the Dutch Parliament.

Six months after election:

Deal reached to form government in Netherlands

Dutch right-wing politician Geert Wilders says a deal had been reached to form a new government, almost six months after his major election victory.

Contestant who criticized Israel booted from Eurovision

Dutch singer Joost Klein has been removed from the finals hours before his scheduled performance following complaints from the production staff.

Amsterdam takes first step in walking back Nazi collaboration

Amsterdam, atoning for role in delivering Jews to the Nazis, pledges donation and memorials at tram stops.

The Hague:

Burning object thrown at Israeli embassy

Dutch police arrest person suspected of throwing a burning object at Israel's embassy in The Hague.

'Ready to forego the job'

Dutch politician Wilders failing to form coalition

Despite winning the election in November, Dutch right-wing politician Geert Wilders' conversations with potential allies have borne no fruit.

Netherlands:

New museum aims to raise Holocaust awareness

The Netherlands, home to the Nazis’ most famous victim, has never had a Holocaust museum — until now.

'Israel has my support'

Dutch right-wing leader meets Herzog

Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders says he met President Isaac Herzog, pledges his full support to Israel in fighting terrorism.

Amid calls for his arrest

Herzog inaugurates Holocaust museum in Amsterdam

President of Israel and King of the Netherlands, inaugurated a new Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam. Anti-Zionist organization: 'We filed a request with the police and the ICJ to arrest Herzog for genocide.'

Netherlands:

Tram company worked with Nazis, demanded payment

Dutch tram company that carried Anne Frank to her doom sought compensation after the war, new research shows.

Geert Wilders:

'Expel Turkey from NATO over support for terrorism'

Dutch politician who won November parliamentary elections says Turkish govt. should be kicked out of NATO alliance for supporting Hamas, providing financial haven for terrorist financing.

UNRWA's role in Hamas war

Dutch Israel Allies Caucus discusses UNRWA

Leaders of the Dutch Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus together with the Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) Europe host roundtable discussion at the Dutch House of Representatives focusing on "UNRWA's Role in Israel-Hamas Conflict" and the imperative to address the corruption within the UN body.

Swastikas sprayed on Netherlands synagogue

Police investigating after 2 swastikas spray-painted on synagogue in city of Middelburg. The Netherlands has seen 800% increase in antisemitic incidents since October 7.

Three more European countries suspend UNRWA funding

Germany, Netherlands, and Scotland pause funding to UNRWA following evidence that UNRWA employees took part in October 7 massacre.

Europe:

Seven arrested for planning terror attacks on Jewish targets

Seven men, some members of Hamas, are arrested as European police foil plots against Jews.

Netherlands: Mayor refuses to be seen near Israeli ambassador

Dutch mayor refuses to be photographed with Israeli ambassador at Hanukkah event, setting off media frenzy.

Netherlands eletions resutls:

Geert Wilders elicits sympathy & fear in Jewish voters

'A few weeks ago, he only had between 13 and 17 seats,' editor of Dutch Jewish weekly says.

The Netherlands:

Right-wing politician Geert Wilders headed for election victory

Exit poll shows Wilders, who is known for his stance against Islam, won the most votes with a landslide margin.

Watchdog: 800% rise in antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands

Antisemitic incidents up 800% in the Netherlands since Oct. 7, Dutch watchdog reports.

Holland’s Christians Fearlessly Proclaim: We Stand With Israel

Christians for Israel and Shalva hold 4 pro-Israel events in the Netherlands following Hamas massacre, mobilizing thousands in support.

Dutch prince proven to have been card-carrying Nazi

Newly unearthed documents prove that Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands was an official member of the Nazi party - despite his own denials.

Netherlands:

SWC condemns Kristallnacht event invite to Sigrid Kaag

Simon Wiesenthal Center noteDutch Finance Minister Sigrid Kaag admitted to paying salaries of killers of Jewish teenager.