Scandinavian teenagers are being recruited by the Foxtrot criminal network to carry out contract killings in the Netherlands. Authorities have successfully intercepted planned attacks in Amsterdam and Haarlem linked to gang leader Rawa Majid.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Amsterdam is currently hosting the 30th edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), which is expected to draw over 650,000 visitors to more than 1,300 performances throughout the city. The influx of international guests has led to a sharp increase in local hotel prices, prompting many attendees to seek accommodation in nearby cities like Haarlem.
An Atalanta football fan was arrested in Amsterdam yesterday for wearing a shirt with the slogan ACAB, which refers to anti-police sentiments. The supporter was detained for several hours, causing him to miss the scheduled match against Ajax. Despite a heavy police presence throughout the city to monitor thousands of visiting fans, no other major incidents or arrests were reported.
After more than a century, Artis Zoo in Amsterdam has permanently closed its sea lion exhibit following concerns regarding the size of the enclosure. The three remaining sea lions have been relocated to a larger facility in Singapore, while their former habitat will be repurposed for the zoo's penguins.
Dutch football clubs AZ and Ajax are playing important European matches this evening. AZ travels to Armenia to face Ararat Armenia, while Ajax welcomes Atalanta Bergamo to the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam.
Ajax is looking to bounce back in the Conference League tonight against Atalanta after losing their opening match 2-1 to Hajduk Split. The game is scheduled to begin at 21:00.
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