Jerusalem [Israel], November 8 (HBTV): At least 10 Israeli soccer fans were injured when a mob of rioters shouting "Free Palestine" attacked them in Amsterdam on Wednesday night, prompting authorities to advise Israelis in the Dutch capital not to leave their hotels.

Videos circulating on social media showed masked rioters, several of whom carried Palestinian flags, kicking and punching Israelis.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel reported that Dutch authorities confirmed 10 Israelis were injured, though their status is not yet clear. The Ministry also added that it has been unable to contact two other nationals.

Dutch media reported that police made 57 arrests.

"The harsh images of the assault on our citizens in Amsterdam will not be overlooked," said a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office. "Prime Minister Netanyahu views the horrifying incident with utmost gravity and demands that the Dutch government and security forces take vigorous and swift action against the rioters and ensure the safety of our citizens."

Israel dispatched two planes to the Netherlands to evacuate its citizens. Around 3,000 Israelis had traveled to Amsterdam to attend a match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, which Ajax won 5-0.

The Israeli army announced on Friday morning that it would deploy a rescue mission, including rescue and medical teams, to Amsterdam in coordination with the Dutch government.   

(ANI/TPS)