Defend Nederland
Rapidly expanding Dutch far-right movement with 35+ local chapters. Publicly presents as anti-immigration activism but internal communications show extremist content.
Country
Netherlands
Date Added
2026-03-18
Background
Rapidly expanding Dutch far-right movement with 35+ local chapters as of March 2026. Emerged approximately 7 weeks before the Malieveld riots (September 20, 2025) in The Hague, in which the group was prominently involved. Members have prior police contact including arrest for wearing NSDAP clothing.
Ideology and Worldview
Publicly presents as peaceful anti-immigration activism. Internal communications document antisemitism, racism, and Nazi symbolism among members and leadership.
Organisational Structure
Operates through a network of local Telegram groups.
Recruitment and Communication
Operates through Telegram-based local group structure.
Tactics and Operations
Involvement in riots (Malieveld, The Hague, September 2025). Blends far-right ideology with football hooligan networks.
Network Connections
Linked to football hooligan networks.