Intelligence Alert

Arson attack reported at Israeli embassy in The Hague on Thursday (21 March)

Risk level: Low Country: Netherlands

As per reports, a suspect threw a burning object in the direction of the Israeli embassy building located on Johan de Wittlaan street in The Hague around 1050 hours (local time) on Thursday (21 March).

• There were no injuries, however, the building suffered minor damage due to the incident.
• The police also found a backpack on the street near the suspect, which was seized and is being investigated.
• A large police presence was reported in the area following the incident, while the area around the building was cordoned off for conducting investigations.
• The police arrested a 25-year-old man from Amsterdam under suspicion of throwing the burning object at the Israeli embassy.

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