The measure was taken after the so-called spotters — people hired by criminal organizations to prepare the ground for an attack or abduction — were seen around the acting prime minister, the newspaper reported, adding that these "spotters" are supposedly affiliated with the Moroccan mafia.
Rutte is known to prefer using a bicycle while moving around The Hague, without personal protection.
From now on, however, specially trained officers of the Royal and Diplomatic Protection Service will ensure his security, De Telegraaf added.