Pro-Palestinian Protest in Rotterdam Port
Over 300 people were arrested on Saturday after pro-Palestinian activists blocked rail tracks in and around the port of Rotterdam, according to police.
A police officer was hospitalized after being punched in the face, while two others were bitten and struck but remained on duty, as reported by RTL.
The protest, organized by Geef Tegengas, demanded “a complete arms and trade embargo” against Israel.
Police deemed the rail occupation as “dangerous” due to trains carrying hazardous materials using the route. Officers intervened after protesters ignored orders to leave, clearing the tracks around 3 p.m.
- About 40 freight trains were halted during the action.
- Seven protesters remain in custody — four for assault and resisting arrest, and three for vandalism and insult.
- Others were processed and released.
The blockade followed recent pro-Palestinian demonstrations at The Hague Central Station and Amsterdam Central Station, where police made over 200 and about 20 arrests, respectively.
Author's summary: Pro-Palestinian protest in Rotterdam port results in over 300 arrests.
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