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Outrage Over Attacks on Israeli Supporters in Amsterdam Amid Political Divide

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Attacks on Israeli football supporters in Amsterdam have led to widespread condemnation from French political leaders, highlighting a divide in responses between the left and right.


Violence Against Israeli Supporters in Amsterdam Sparks Political Outrage

The recent attacks on Israeli football supporters in Amsterdam following a Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv have ignited a wave of condemnation from various political figures in France. The violent incidents occurred on the night of November 7, leading to a strong backlash against anti-Semitism across Europe. French President Emmanuel Macron described the violence as reminiscent of the "most shameful hours in history," emphasizing that such attacks are unacceptable.

Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau stated that the upcoming match between France and Israel on November 14 will proceed as planned, despite calls for its relocation or cancellation due to security concerns. He asserted that backing down would be tantamount to yielding to anti-Semitic threats. Retailleau's comments were echoed by several other politicians who expressed their outrage at the violence, labeling it as a significant outbreak of anti-Semitism in Europe.

Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally (RN), condemned the incidents as a "sullied and dishonored" Europe, attributing the rise in anti-Semitic sentiments to the rhetoric of the extreme left. Jordan Bardella, also from RN, called for immediate action against those inciting anti-Semitic hatred under the pretext of supporting Palestinians. Éric Ciotti described the events as akin to a "return of Kristallnacht," calling for heightened vigilance ahead of the France-Israel match.

Divisions Within the Left Over Responses

In contrast to the unified outrage from the right, responses from the left have been more divided. While Manuel Bompard of La France Insoumise condemned the attacks, he also suggested that there were provocations from Israeli supporters, which sparked criticism from his colleagues. Sandrine Rousseau and Jérôme Guedj voiced their concerns over justifications for violence, emphasizing that no form of violence is acceptable regardless of the context.

This political divide highlights the complexities surrounding discussions on anti-Semitism and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, as tensions continue to rise in Europe. As the date of the France-Israel match approaches, security measures are being heightened to ensure the safety of all participants and attendees.

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Refs: | Le Parisien | Le Figaro |

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