Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered to protest Israeli cantor Shai Abramson, the IDF’s chief cantor, during private Hanukkah concerts at the venue.
Dutch police in riot gear responded to scuffles, flares, and attempts to breach barriers, making several arrests while ensuring no injuries inside. The unrest came hours after a deadly shooting at a Sydney Hanukkah event that killed 12 people aged 10 to 87.
Jewish groups raised concerns over security amid the holiday’s start.
