Warning of shooting and arson: A scooter was set ablaze during the protests against the 2G policy by Coolsingel in Rotterdam.
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The protesters responded to the Dutch government’s new corona plan with arson and violence. After that, only those who have been vaccinated and recovered can participate in activities, cafes and restaurants.
SecondHundreds of people in the Dutch port city of Rotterdam demonstrate against stricter corona measures that are too violent riot coming. Rotterdam police said on Friday night that arson incidents and fireworks were set off in various places. The officials fired several warning shots. A large team tried to restore order. Riot police are also used. Initially, there was no mention of injuries.
According to the Dutch radio and television broadcaster NOS, at least one police car caught fire and other cars were damaged. The object was thrown at firefighters and police. The picture shows a fire on the sidewalk, chairs being thrown away, and trash cans being pushed into the street. A police car caught fire. Dutch Railways said that due to the riots, train services to and from Rotterdam have been suspended until further notice. There is no alternative bus.
In view of the deterioration of the corona situation, some organizations called for a rally to oppose the government’s plan to introduce the 2-G rule. At that time, only people who had been vaccinated and recovered were able to participate in activities, cafes and restaurants. After the curfew was imposed in the Netherlands in January, serious riots have occurred in several cities, with losses amounting to millions of dollars. Through the planned measures, the government is also responding to the country’s new highs. The 7-day incidence in the Netherlands far exceeds 700.
