A heavily pregnant woman, filmed being thrown to the ground by a Dutch police officer while her husband was detained, has broken her silence, speaking to Al Jazeera about the incident.

The woman, identified as Malak Mahmoud, was assaulted at an asylum center in Zeist, Netherlands. Her husband, who is from Gaza, was reportedly detained at the time of the incident.

Video footage of the assault circulated widely, sparking public concern and drawing attention to the treatment of asylum seekers. The incident occurred on an unspecified date prior to Al Jazeera's report on June 2, 2026.

In response to the public outcry and the video evidence, the police in Zeist have stated that they are reviewing the use of force employed during the incident. An official investigation has been launched to examine the circumstances surrounding the assault.

However, the Zeist police have not yet provided a direct response to Al Jazeera's specific requests for comment regarding the incident and their ongoing review. This lack of detailed response leaves many questions unanswered about the police's conduct and accountability.

The incident raises significant concerns about the treatment of vulnerable individuals within asylum centers and the protocols governing police interactions with asylum seekers. The involvement of a heavily pregnant woman in such an event has amplified calls for a thorough and transparent investigation.

Human rights organizations and advocates are closely monitoring the situation, urging for swift action and accountability from the Dutch authorities. The outcome of the police investigation is expected to shed further light on the events and potentially lead to policy changes regarding the handling of asylum seekers.

Further details regarding the specific reasons for the husband's detention and the full sequence of events leading to the assault remain unclear as the investigation progresses.