Extinction Rebellion to protest at Rijksmuseum over ING sponsorship
Activists from Extinction Rebellion (XR) are planning another protest at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam on Saturday, demanding that the museum sever its sponsorship ties with ING.
The group, which includes hundreds of participants, some of whom are children, has called ING a "major polluter" for its financial support of the fossil fuel industry. According to XR, the bank's actions contribute to climate disasters and human rights violations. Participants have been asked to wear yellow clothing for the demonstration.
This is not the first time Extinction Rebellion has targeted the iconic museum. In November, the museum closed its doors for the traditional Museum Night after the group planned a disruptive action. The Rijksmuseum stated it had to take precautions to ensure the safety of visitors, staff, and artwork, given the potential for unrest.
Extinction Rebellion has staged numerous protests in the past, including highway occupations, to demand action on climate change and global warming. The group continues to target institutions they accuse of enabling environmental harm, and the Rijksmuseum remains one of their key points of focus due to its partnership with ING.
The museum is aware of the planned protest but has declined to comment on any specific security measures. The protest is expected to disrupt regular activities at one of Amsterdam's most famous cultural landmarks.
