(NL Times) The Dutch government has proposed legislation that would make it illegal to glorify terrorism or publicly support terrorist organizations, citing the growing threat such acts pose to national security and the democratic rule of law. The bill, which has completed its consultation phase, has now been sent to the Council of State for review.
Justice and Security Minister Van Oosten said the law sends a clear message: “Terrorist organizations try to spread their ideology not only through violence but also by distributing violent messages to attract supporters and inspire participation in terrorist crimes. This bill draws a clear line: glorifying terrorist acts or expressing support for terrorist organizations is unacceptable and punishable in the Netherlands.”
