The terrorist attack on Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam has shocked the city, but the muted response from authorities and the media is raising serious concerns. The attacker, a 22-year-old Moroccan man, stabbed two people—one fatally—near the bridge this past Thursday.
The Public Prosecution Service confirmed that he is charged with murder and attempted murder with a terrorist motive, shouting “Allahu Akbar” multiple times during the jihadist attack. Despite the gravity of this crime, public outrage remains surprisingly subdued, illustrating how leaders and the media continue to downplay the very real threat of Islamic terrorism and the consequences of open-border policies.
Media’s Downplayed Response
A 32-year-old Rotterdam resident lost his life, and a 33-year-old Swiss man was injured. Yet, major newspapers like De Telegraaf relegated the story to a small column on page four, blandly titled “Man stabs around in Rotterdam: one dead.” […]
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