Police and security services in the UK are actively working to ensure the safety of all communities, following a commitment by the Government to prevent antisemitic incidents from disrupting

cultural and sporting events. This assurance comes after a warning from Israel urging its citizens abroad to avoid public events due to recent violence targeting Israeli football fans in Amsterdam.

Authorities in Amsterdam launched an extensive investigation after groups of youths carried out what the city's mayor described as “hit and run” attacks on supporters of Maccabi Tel Aviv. The assaults, which left five people requiring hospital treatment and led to more than 60 arrests, were reportedly driven by social media calls to target Jewish individuals.

Israel’s National Security Council expressed concern on Sunday about potential further violence, claiming that pro-Palestinian groups were planning attacks on Israelis and Jewish people in European cities, including the UK. The advisory urged Israeli citizens to take precautions such as avoiding Israeli cultural and sporting events, steering clear of protests, and minimizing visible markers that could identify them as Israeli or Jewish.

A statement from the council highlighted: “In recent days, there have been calls from pro-Palestinian and terrorist-supporting groups to harm Israelis and Jews under the guise of demonstrations and protests. These groups aim to exploit mass gatherings, such as cultural and sporting events, to inflict harm and garner media attention.” The statement also cited specific security concerns in cities such as Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, and major urban centers in the UK, noting preparations for potential incidents around the Israeli team’s upcoming match on November 14.

The UK Government responded by emphasizing that there is no tolerance for antisemitism. A spokesperson stated, “There is no place for antisemitism on our streets, and we will not allow cultural and sporting events to be hijacked by those promoting hate. Anyone who spreads such poisonous ideologies—whether online or offline—will face the full force of the law.”

The spokesperson further added that police and security services are dedicated to safeguarding all communities in the UK, underscoring the Government’s commitment to public safety.

Meanwhile, the Israeli ambassador to the Netherlands reported that around 2,000 Israeli nationals were flown home on special flights following the violent clashes in Amsterdam after a Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv.

To bolster security measures, Paris police announced that 4,000 officers, along with 1,600 stadium staff, would be deployed for the upcoming football match between Israel and France on Thursday. The security personnel will focus on maintaining safety within the stadium, surrounding areas, and public transport routes. Photo by Postdlf, Wikimedia commons.