By Danielle Arfin
The Hague, Netherlands — Dutch authorities have launched a criminal investigation into a home-care nurse accused of threatening to murder Jewish and Zionist patients in her care. The nurse, identified as 34-year-old Btissame Chait-Said, allegedly posted a series of violent, antisemitic messages across multiple social media platforms, prompting widespread outrage and concern for the safety of Jewish individuals receiving healthcare in the Netherlands.
In screenshots shared widely online, posts attributed to Chait-Said included statements such as, “All Zionists can die in healthcare, and I’m happy to help with that,” and “As a nurse specialist, I give them an extra injection to send them to heaven.” These posts appeared on Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter), and were flagged by an Israeli-Dutch woman who then alerted Israeli activist Max Veifer. Veifer published the evidence on July 31, drawing international attention and condemnation.
Dutch police confirmed that Chait-Said was questioned in late July and that a forensic investigation is underway to determine whether she authored the posts. She has denied responsibility, claiming her identity was stolen or misused. Her legal team has reportedly filed a complaint alleging defamation and identity fraud, though no conclusive evidence has yet been presented to support those claims, according to Ynet News.
The Netherlands’ Public Prosecution Service and the Dutch Healthcare and Youth Inspectorate have both confirmed they are aware of the case and are monitoring it closely. If the posts are proven to be authentic, Chait-Said could face serious criminal charges and be permanently banned from practicing in the medical field, The Algemeiner reports.
Jewish organizations across Europe have condemned the remarks and are urging the Dutch government to take swift and decisive action. The Center for Information and Documentation on Israel (CIDI) stated that the incident is part of a disturbing rise in antisemitic rhetoric and threats in professional sectors since October 7, 2023.
“Threats like these are not only deeply antisemitic, they pose a real and immediate danger to vulnerable individuals,” said CIDI in a statement. “The idea that someone entrusted with medical care could use that position to harm patients because of their identity is terrifying.”
The controversy echoes recent incidents elsewhere, including in Australia earlier this year, where two hospital employees were suspended after appearing in a video calling for the death of Jewish patients. Experts warn that such cases reveal a growing challenge in maintaining trust and safety in healthcare systems amid escalating global antisemitism.
As of the time of publication, no charges have been filed against Chait-Said, and the investigation remains ongoing. Wingate News will continue to follow this story as new information becomes available.
