Netherlands: Israeli planes deployed to bring back citizens, including the wounded – Israeli PM

According to Prime Minister of Israel: “Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof and emphasized the great importance of the Dutch government ensuring the wellbeing of all Israelis in the Netherlands, including those who were wounded and injured in the disturbances.

Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, with troops of Israel Defence Forces (IDF)
Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, with troops of Israel Defence Forces (IDF). Photo: @IsraeliPM

“Prime Minister Netanyahu said that he views with utmost gravity the planned antisemitic attack against Israeli citizens and requested that security be increased for the Dutch Jewish community.


“The Prime Minister thanked his Dutch counterpart for expressing shock over last night’s events and for saying that it was an extraordinary and antisemitic event.


“Pursuant to the Prime Minister’s directive, Israeli planes are now en route to the Netherlands to bring back the [Israeli] citizens, including the wounded.


“Since the outbreak of the disturbances, Prime Minister Netanyahu has been in direct contact with his Military Secretary and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received regular updates on the situation, and has monitored the implementation of his directives.”

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof and emphasized the great importance of the Dutch government ensuring the wellbeing of all Israelis in the Netherlands, including those who were wounded and injured in the disturbances.

— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) November 8, 2024

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