The incident followed an attack by a driver last week that left 35 people dead, and a mass stabbing several days later.
Tag: Assaults
Amsterdam Police Arrest 5 More Men Over Antisemitic Attacks
A total of eight people were being held in connection with last week’s violence, and unrest in the largest city in the Netherlands continued on Monday night.
How Attacks on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam Unfolded
Antisemitic assaults on visiting Israeli soccer fans, and incendiary chants and attacks by some Israelis: Here’s what we know so far about the violence in Amsterdam last week.
What to Know About the Attacks on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam
Dutch and Israeli officials described the clashes after a soccer match as antisemitic. The violence followed two days of tensions in the city.
British Labour Lawmaker Suspended After Punches Thrown
Video that emerged over the weekend appeared to show Mike Amesbury, a Labour party lawmaker, hitting a man in the face and then repeatedly landing more body blows.
Attacks on L.G.B.T.Q. People in Ivory Coast Shake Sense of Security
Ivory Coast, long considered one of West Africa’s most tolerant societies, has recently seen a string of assaults on L.G.B.T.Q. people after several social media influencers exhorted their followers to “hunt” gay men.
Brazilian Politician Upends Debate by Hitting Opponent With Chair
The stunning attack on live television is likely to reorder the race to lead São Paulo, Latin America’s largest city.
How Hamas Uses Brutality to Maintain Power
The group has abused hostages and Palestinians in its efforts to maintain control of Gaza and wage an insurgent war.
The Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Is Set on Fire in Gasoline Attack
Rebecca Cheptegei, a long-distance runner who competed in the Olympic marathon in Paris, is in critical condition after a man poured gas on her and set her on fire, police in Kenya said.
Two U.S. Marines Attacked in Turkey by Nationalist Youth Group
Turkish officials said they had detained 15 members of the group. The two servicemen had returned to the ship and were safe, U.S. officials said.