Hundreds of protesters gathered in Amsterdam on November 24, 2024, demanding the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Galant. The protest was sparked by an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Demonstrators chanted slogans such as 'Free Palestine' and 'Stop the genocide,' expressing their outrage at Western nations for their support of Israel amid the humanitarian crisis.
The protest lasted approximately two hours, starting from Dam Square and moving towards the central train station. Murat Gok, head of the European Youth League, called for the immediate enforcement of the ICC's arrest warrants. Protesters highlighted the dire situation in Gaza, where the health system has reportedly collapsed, leaving many wounded without treatment.
The ICC's warrants come in the context of escalating violence in Gaza, which has resulted in significant casualties, including over 148,000 Palestinians killed or wounded since October 7, 2023. The demonstrators condemned the ongoing violence and the perceived inaction of the international community, particularly the United States, the Netherlands, Britain, and Germany, in addressing the humanitarian disaster.
