Restaurant 95 on Amstelveenseweg receives death threats over ‘From the river to the sea’ mocktail
Restaurant 95 in Amsterdam is facing intense harassment and death threats after including a mocktail named with the controversial slogan ‘From the river to the sea’ on its menu. Although the establishment has removed the drink and contacted the police, staff continue to experience intimidation from individuals who interpret the slogan as a rejection of Israel's existence.
Restaurant 95, an Asian eatery located on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam, has faced a wave of anonymous death threats and harassment following a social media outcry regarding a mocktail on its menu. The drink, named after the controversial slogan ‘From the river to the sea’, was intended to express solidarity with the Palestinian people. However, after the name drew online criticism and accusations that it denied the state of Israel's right to exist, staff members were subjected to abusive phone calls and threats of violence, leading some to call out of work out of fear for their safety.
In response to the intimidation, the restaurant has removed the drink from its menu and contacted the police and local municipal authorities. Despite the change, the establishment continues to face harassment online and over the phone. While the owners remain ideologically committed to their stance, they have condemned the abuse as a campaign of intimidation rather than a genuine discussion, emphasizing that their intent was never to incite hate or violence.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
