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Cabinet wants prison sentences for Hamas support, but Dam Square banner is officially not punishable. How does that work?

Cabinet wants prison sentences for Hamas support, but Dam Square banner is officially not punishable. How does that work?

Protesters in Amsterdam were seen displaying a banner in support of Hamas, yet the Public Prosecution Service determined that their actions were not legally punishable. In response, the Dutch cabinet is considering new legislation to criminalize support for organizations designated as terrorist groups.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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