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Netherlands: Prosecutors drop 'Maccabi Tel Aviv' assault cases

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A decision to drop criminal charges against fans of Maccabi Tel Aviv football club has ignited controversy in the Netherlands. Dutch prosecutors took the decision after CCTV footage showing violent behavior by Israeli hooligans toward Muslim women last November was found to have been erased.

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  • Prosecutors dropped charges against Maccabi Tel Aviv fans after CCTV footage was erased. 1m 26s
  • The incident involved reported assaults and racist chants at Amsterdam Central Station. 20s
  • Victims allege police did not intervene effectively during the attacks. 1m 13s
  • Authorities blame each other for the loss of crucial video evidence. 1m 30s
  • The Muslim community has protested, citing double standards in the justice system. 2m 5s
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