THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Dozens of rioters armed with sticks and firecrackers set a tram on fire in Amsterdam on Monday, police said, while the city is facing tensions following antisemitic violence last week targeting fans of an Israeli soccer club.

Police said the fire was quickly extinguished and riot officers cleared the square. Images online showed people damaging property and setting firecrackers.

Dutch police announced five new arrests Monday in their investigation into the violence last week that targeted Israeli soccer fans{ai:summary}<p>Dozens of rioters in Amsterdam set a tram on fire and caused property damage amid rising tensions following antisemitic violence against Israeli soccer fans. Police quickly extinguished the fire and cleared the area. </p><p>#society</p>

Tram set on fire in Amsterdam amid tensions over violence targeting Israeli fans

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