US EditionDutch parliament adopts motion to classify Antifa as a terrorist organization
Dutch parliament adopted a motion to designate Antifa as a terrorist organization, citing threats and disruptions by local cells; this could expand law enforcement powers if implemented.
- On Thursday, the Dutch lower house of Parliament adopted Geert Wilders' motion urging the government to designate Antifa as a terrorist organization, following President Donald Trump's similar move earlier that week.
- Citing alleged threats, the motion's sponsors argued Antifa cells threaten Dutch politicians and disrupt events, following U.S. labeling after Charlie Kirk's killing.
- Supporters point to documented attacks including around 150 Antifa members in Milan, Italy this past May and a 2023 group of 15 German and Italian members assaulting civilians, with journalist Andy Ngo reporting violent clashes in Portland and Seattle.
- If implemented, the measure could grant law enforcement agencies in the Netherlands expanded surveillance and prosecution powers, and the Dutch government and ministers must formally respond and decide.
- Legal analysts add that U.S. experts question presidential power to label Antifa a terrorist group, highlighting risks to free speech given its decentralized nature; Hungary follows the U.S. example, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced on September 19, 2025.
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