Netherlands

Dutch party head blames Israel for Paris attack

Echoing Swedish FM, Dutch Socialist Party leader says 'outrage' over 'Palestinian-Israel conflict' caused ISIS to attack French citizens.

Amsterdam Won't Twin with Tel Aviv Because of 'Occupation'

Amsterdam Mayor withdraws plans to twin his city and Tel Aviv due to pressure from other parties over Israeli "occupation".

Dutch MP's Plan to Broadcast Mohammed Cartoons Angers Muslims

Moderate Dutch Muslims say Geert Wilders' plan to broadcast cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed on national television are a “provocation”.

Netherlands Warns Against 'Rock-Throwing Jewish Colonists'

Arabs hurl lethal rocks on daily basis, but Dutch traveler warning libels 'settlers' as rock-throwers; Israel to protest 'besmirching.'

Dutch Cabinet Approves Partial Ban on Burqa

Dutch cabinet approves a partial ban on wearing the Islamic veil in schools, hospitals and on public transport.

Jihadist Assassination Plan Against Geert Wilders Revealed

Suspected returning jihadist revealed to have bought three guns, discussed attack on pro-Israeli Dutch politician critical of Islam.

Outrage as Dutch Soccer Fans Chant 'Jews Burn the Best'

Uproar after FC Utrecht fans chant 'disgusting' anti-Semitic slurs, including 'my mother burned Jews in the SS,' during weekend match.

Anti-Semitism in Netherlands Up 71% in 2014, Says Watchdog

There was an increase of 71% in anti-Semitic incidents in the Netherlands in 2014, finds an annual report.

Muslim Dutch Mayor to Muslims: Accept Western Values or Leave

Muslim mayor of Rotterdam says Europe has no place for extremists who are not willing to live within the bounds of its norms.

Gunman Storms Dutch TV Studio, Demands Airtime

Gunman arrested in studio of Dutch news broadcaster NOS after disrupting the main evening news program.

Two Israelis Killed in Amsterdam Car Crash

15 year-old and 20 year-old may have been visiting Rabbi Eliezer Berland, the 'runaway Rabbi' accused of sexual assault in Israel.

Al-Qaeda Releases Video of French and Dutch Hostages

Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb releases a video showing two hostages begging for their lives.

Determined to Make Israel's Voice Heard

Netherlands: Green Light to Biker Gangs Fighting ISIS

Dutch public prosecutor says biker gangs travelling to help Kurds fight ISIS aren't breaking any laws.

Rabbi Eliezer Berland Released on Bail for Yom Kippur

During the hearing of Rabbi Eliezer Berland, Netherland courts decide to release the Shuvu Bonim leader on bail.

KLM Reportedly Changes Israel Service Over 'Security Concerns'

Dutch airline starts 40-minute stop-over in Cyprus on way to Israel; source tells Israeli media that move is for 'security' appraisal.

Dutch Official Suspended for Saying ISIS is 'Zionist Plot'

Official at the Dutch National Cyber Security Center suspended after tweeting that the Islamic State is "a preconceived plan of Zionists".

Dutch Jews Wonder About Their Future

Thousands Protest Against 'Gaza Genocide' in Rotterdam

Anti-Israel protests continue in Europe: Thousands protest in Dutch port against what some labelled Israel's “genocide in Gaza”.

Amsterdam Gallery Owner Charged for Selling Hitler's Book

Amsterdam antiques gallery owner charged with putting up for sale a copy of Hitler's "Mein Kampf", banned in the Netherlands.

Amsterdam to Up Jewish Security after Brussels Killings

Temporary measure to provide extra protection for Dutch Jewry follows recommendation from counter-terrorism agencies.

Dutch and Belgian Mayors Unimpressed by Bibi's 'Enclave Plan'

Idea of applying Dutch-Belgian enclave model to Israel and the PA "sounds like an April Fools' joke," says mayor of Baarle-Nassau.

EU-Funded Arab News Source Posts Its 'Protocols'

Judea and Samaria-based Ma'an News Agency caught regurgitating Russian forgery; network funded by EU and UN.

Report: Netanyahu Looking Into 'Enclave Peace Plan'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reportedly looking into the option of applying a Dutch-Belgian enclave model to the peace agreement with the PA.

Jewish and Cautious in Amsterdam

Rare Video: Dutch Soldier Trains Jihadists in Syria

Rare interview on Dutch TV shows former Dutch soldier who left to take part in Syria's jihad for 'noble causes.'

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Simon Weisenthal Center Appeals to Dutch PM Over Anti-Semitism

The Simon Wiesenthal Center writes to Deputy Dutch Prime Minister over neglect to solve rampant anti-Semitism in the Netherlands.

Returning Fire: Dutch Jews Boycott Anti-Israel Firm

Dutch Jewish group calls for boycott of PGGM, a local firm that divested from Israeli banks for financing 'settlements in Palestine.'

Dutch Prime Minister Opposes Water Boycott

Dutch PM Mark Rutte rejects a local water company’s boycott of its Israeli counterpart, says it is against government policy.

Dutch PM: We Have No Control Over Anti-Israel Report

Dutch PM Mark Rutte responds to a letter in which he was asked to disband a body that advised building ties with Hamas.

Probe: Dutch Museum Artworks May Be From Nazi Theft

A probe of the Netherlands' museums reveals 139 possible cases of Nazi-looted artworks

Nazi Hunters Call on Dutch to Dissolve Gov't Advisory Body

The Simon Wiesenthal Center has written to the Dutch PM urging him to disband a gov't body advising building ties with Hamas, not Israel.

Dutch PM to Peres: 'We Never Even Considered Yesha Boycott'

On the third day of Peres' visit to the Netherlands, the Dutch PM said the matter had not even warranted a discussion by parliament.

Dutch King Inaugural Tuesday, Queen to Leave on Yom Kippur

Chief Rabbi Jacobs to attend King Willem inaugural Tuesday, but not festive leavetaking for Queen Beatrix, planned for Yom Kippur.

Dutch Newspaper Utilizes Nazi Imagery to Defame Israel

Dutch newspaper depicts "Israel as lying hooked-nosed hassidic Jew commiserating with a North Korean counterpart on nuclear capabilities."

Rabbi Warns Dutch about Fatwa against Churches and Synagogues

Rabbi Abraham Cooper of the Simon Wiesenthal Center, visited the Netherlands to speak about internet hate and incitement to terror.

Dutch Anti-Semitism Watchdog Group Raises Alert

Dutch anti-Semitism watchdog group files complaint on government's light punishment for Hitler youth admirers.

Nederlands: Harassment of Recognizable Jews

Amsterdam Fined Holocaust Survivors

Jews from Amsterdam who survived Nazi camps or managed to hide were fined for tax avoidance.

Volunteer who Opposed Dutch Hitler Admirers in Hiding

Mehmet Sahin, a doctoral student, has had to go into hiding with his family after he received death threats.

Wiesenthal Center Protests Dutch Video

Wiesenthal Center writes letter to Dutch PM on shocking video in which Dutch teens say they regret that Hitler didn't finish job he began.

Holland Calls to Label Products from 'Settlements'

The Dutch government asks retail chains to mark Israeli products from in Judea, Samaria, eastern Jerusalem and the Golan Heights.

The Tip of the Iceberg:

Report: Five Million Dutch have a Satanic View of Israel

Ebert Foundation Study: 39% of Dutch believe Israel is exterminating Palestinian Arabs.

Authorities: Yemen Freed Dutch Kidnap Victim

Yemeni authorities released a Dutch man held captive for a week after being kidnapped by tribesmen in the country's west.

Dutch Jewish Journalist: My Taxes Won't Support Egypt Islamists

A Dutch Jewish journalist refuses to pay taxes to support Egypt, or President Mohamed Morsi, head of an "Islamic-Fascist movment."

Two Sources Of Cheer For EU

Dutch Elections And Constitutional Decision In Germany Cheer EU

The defeat of explicitly anti-EU parties in Dutch elections and German court's ruling on constitutionality of ESM avert crisis - for now.

Europe's Jews: The Extreme Right Joins the Islamists

Accused Claims Court Bias

Dutch Anti-Semite:"You Know, the Word Nazi Comes from Ashkenazi"

The court case of a rabid anti-Semite commenced in Holland last week when Jews decided to fight back. Truth is stranger than fiction.

Queen of Holland Honors Dutch Chief Rabbi

For the first time in the history of Netherlands, Dutch Chief Rabbi Binyomin Jacobs received one of the highest civilian awards in Holland.

Dutch Prince in Coma After Being Trapped in Avalanche

Dutch Prince Johan Friso, who was injured in an avalanche last week, is in a coma and may never regain consciousness.

Dutch Goverment: No Apology for Holocaust Wrongdoing

The Dutch government never said a word against the roundup, with local help, of 75% of its Jews in WWII. They won't say anything now either.

Dutch Commission to Study New Rules for Ritual Slaughter

After kosher slaughter ban withdrawn, Dutch government to appoint a commission to study new rules for ritual slaughter.

Holland Rejects Proposed Ban on Kosher Slaughter

The Dutch Parliament's upper house has rejected a proposal to ban kosher slaughter, saying it violates freedom of religion.

European Rabbis Urge Dutch to Reject Kosher Slaughter Ban

European rabbis rally, urge Dutch senators to reject a ban on kosher slaughter already passed by the lower house of parliament.

Dutch Jews Worry About Religious Freedom After Slaughter Ban

Dutch Chief Rabbi Benjamin Jacobs: The ban on kosher slaughter is a fight against religion. Will they ban circumcision next?

Holland Puts Hole in PA Statehood Plans

Holland has thrown cold water on the Palestinian Authority’s revived plan to seek statehood through the United Nations.

EJC Considers Lawsuit Against Dutch Slaughter Ban

The European Jewish Congress says it may bring suit to overturn the new law banning ritual slaughter in Holland. Jewish community fears future.

Dutch Jews 'Fearful' After Shechita Ban

Dutch Jews are beginning to wonder what's coming next, following the approval by parliament of a ban on ritual slaughter for kosher and halal meat.

Dutch Legislators Vote to Ban Kosher Slaughter

The Dutch lower house Tuesday overwhelmingly voted to ban kosher slaughtering, but the bill still must pass other hurdles before becoming law.

Wilders Acquittal May Signal the Turn of the Tide

The Acquittal of Geert Wilders head of the Dutch Freedom Party is a milestone in the struggle against political correctness.