Dutch customs inspect El Al passengers at Amsterdam for settlement goods
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- Since 22 September, the Netherlands has prohibited the import of goods from illegal Israeli settlements and is checking passengers from El Al flights arriving from Tel Aviv at Amsterdam Airport.
- Customs officers are questioning travelers about items such as wine, dates and olives that could originate from the affected areas, while still allowing trade with Israel within the 1967 borders.
Why it matters
The inspections add an extra step for El Al and could affect flight turnaround times and passenger experience at Amsterdam Airport.
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