Amsterdam tightened security measures after football clashes

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema announced on Friday a series of heightened security measures in the Dutch capital for Friday and the weekend.

The measures were taken place following violent incidents on Thursday night where fans of Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv were targeted. At a press conference, Halsema condemned the attacks across the city, describing the night as "dark" and expressing shame over the incidents.

Measures include increased police presence, preventive search authorizations, a ban on demonstrations over the weekend, and enhanced security for Jewish institutions and other sensitive locations. It is reported that five individuals were hospitalized due to the attacks but were discharged by Friday morning. About 20 others sustained minor injuries.