Amsterdam protesters break into Microsoft data center construction site: Report

Protesters reportedly broke into an Amsterdam construction site for a Microsoft data center and clashed with police.

Dutch authorities said they detained 150-200 people for trespassing.

One protester told a local broadcaster they were trying to stop construction of the data center, according to a report from the Associated Press on Friday.

The report added that Microsoft was aware of the demonstration and responded through a spokesperson: “We understand that people feel strongly about the project, and we respect their right to express those views peacefully,” they said. “However, we do not condone any actions that are unlawful or that put people’s safety at risk.”