Dutch Protect Iranian Dissidents After Shooting

It's March 20th.

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Dutch authorities are ramping up protection for Iranian

dissidents in the Netherlands after a shooting targeted

a vocal critic of the Tehran.

Government.

The victim, a 36-year-old police officer of Iranian descent,

suffered serious injuries Thursday morning in Amsterdam.

Just as Minister David Van Wiel confirmed the heightened

measures Friday, noting the man's background has put

officials on high alert.

Police, prosecutors, and counterterrorism coordinators

are now coordinating extra security steps across the country

to safeguard similar individuals.

Investigators have not pinned down any suspects yet,

and they're exploring every possible angle,

including any potential ties to Iran.

This incident unfolds against a tense backdrop,

with Iran facing airstrikes from Israel and the United States

for almost three weeks now, shaking up.

Global energy supplies and raising risks elsewhere.