Amsterdam police arrest more than 60 people after attacks on Israeli football fans
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Plane carrying fans home lands in Israel as Amsterdam mayor condemns ‘hit and run’ attacks on visiting supporters

The Israeli military said on Friday it was preparing to immediately deploy a rescue mission with the coordination of the Dutch government.

“The mission will be deployed using cargo aircraft and include medical and rescue teams,” the military said.

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    Ban Apartheid Israel from Sports

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