Arrests after far-right protesters attack police in The Hague
Police have made 24 arrests in The Hague after an anti-immigration march in The Hague organised by a far-right group...
On September 19, 2026, 24 arrests were made in The Hague following a violent protest organized by a far-right group. The anti-immigration march, dubbed "We are the people," took place at the Malieveld near Centraal Station, exactly one year after a similar demonstration turned into a riot. Attendees wore face coverings, Nazi salutes, and carried banners with racist slogans.
Acting mayor Richard de Mos ordered police to clear the area after demonstrators ignored orders to remove masks and attacked officers. Rioters threw smoke bombs, fireworks, and traffic poles at police, who responded with dogs, pepper spray, and batons to regain control by 3:30 PM. The violence was less severe than the 2025 incident, when 1,000 rioters set fires, blocked a motorway, and damaged political party offices.
Justice Minister David van Weel described the violence as "atrocious," while de Mos stated that the police were targeted "beyond the line." The mayor canceled the march and allowed a peaceful demonstration on the Malieveld, but the violence continued, leading to the arrests.
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