The opening of the Netherlands’ first Holocaust Museum was marred by protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s presence, with demonstrators condemning Israel’s military actions in Gaza. Despite Herzog’s call for remembrance and peace, dissenters criticized his appearance, alleging Israel’s involvement in what they deem as genocide in Palestinian territories.
The protests underscore ongoing tensions surrounding Israel’s actions and its leaders’ public appearances, highlighting broader debates about accountability and justice in the context of conflict in the region. As the museum opens amid rising anti-Semitic incidents in the Netherlands, it serves as a somber reminder of the atrocities of the past and the persistent challenges of combating prejudice and hatred.