Pakistan passed a new law aimed at combating “Zionist propaganda”, prompting a widespread international response.
The Telegram channel “Today in Israel” writes about this.
The Senate Standing Committee on Internal Affairs approved an initiative that would criminalize the dissemination of ideas that authorities believe can contribute to inciting hatred through support for Zionism. Under the law, violators can receive up to three years in prison for such actions.
Furthermore, the public display of Zionist symbols, if provocative and aimed at destabilizing public order, is punishable by up to two years in prison.
Previously, “Cursor” wrote that Israeli fan Zvi Kidar from Tel Aviv spoke about the recent attack against him and other Israeli fans that occurred in Amsterdam.
The incident occurred after a match with a local team, when a group of Israeli fans were attacked by aggressive people. Kidar shared details of the incident with reporters, noting that many witnesses remained indifferent to their plight.
According to him, immediately after leaving the subway near Dam Square, a woman approached them and warned them about the danger of remaining in the area. The fans tried to leave, but the attack soon began. Despite the presence of the police, this did not stop the attackers.
Kidar also said that when she asked the police officer to accompany them to the hotel, he refused, citing the fact that such “transfer services” were not part of his duties. As a result, Kidar and his friends had to hide all identifying marks so as not to attract attention.
Later, not far from the hotel, they were attacked again: according to Kidar, a small group of Israeli fans was attacked by twenty people armed with bottles and other improvised objects.
Kidar’s friend lost consciousness and he himself was seriously injured. Attempts to call an ambulance were unsuccessful and they had to get to the hospital alone. At the same time, according to him, the hospital staff also appeared indifferent and did not ask what happened.
Despite what happened, Kidar assured that he will continue supporting his team and traveling around Europe. He stressed that host countries should take these incidents more seriously as they will still require attention in 2024.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar issued a statement addressed to Israelis who recently returned from Amsterdam. He noted that during his visit to the Netherlands he repeatedly raised questions about police inaction on the night of the riots and stressed the importance of arresting those involved in the attack.
According to Saar, the mayor of Amsterdam informed him of the creation of a special investigation team and also assured him that the Dutch authorities are committed to bringing those responsible to justice. Sa’ar offered Israeli assistance in collecting testimonies from victims and witnesses of the incident. The Netherlands has supported this initiative and the countries are working on joint activities.
Sa’ar emphasized that the Israeli government will pursue the case until the perpetrators are punished.
