Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Are we being dragged into a war? Cabinet cautious after Trump threat
The Dutch government is expressing caution regarding U.S. President Trump's demand for European assistance in guarding the Strait of Hormuz. While the cabinet aims to maintain a strong relationship wi...
Poet Joost Oomen: ‘It is idiotic to say that innovative art is elitist’
Remove, repair, and replace: Amsterdam bridges no longer repaired on-site
Heineken thwarted Greek microbrewery for years; now only the amount of the damages claim remains – 43 or 195 million
Kaboom Animation Festival puts women in the spotlight: ‘Every country has its own animation queen’
'We want people to drop in all day': brasserie Chez Van Rijn serves bistro classics
Multiple countries in the Middle East report attacks
Multiple countries in the Middle East reported repelling air attacks on Monday night and Tuesday morning. In Baghdad, the United States embassy was targeted by drones and rockets, resulting in black s...
United Arab Emirates temporarily closes airspace
The United Arab Emirates temporarily closed its airspace on Monday night after activating air defense systems against incoming missiles and drones from Iran. The country's Ministry of Defense confirme...
NYT: Trump tells Cuba president must step down
The Trump administration has reportedly informed Cuba that President Miguel Díaz-Canel must step down, according to sources cited by The New York Times. These demands were communicated during negotia...
Israeli president calls war against Iran historic turning point
Israeli President Isaac Herzog characterized the conflict with Iran as a historical turning point during an interview with AFP. He urged Western nations to support efforts to eliminate Hezbollah, stat...
US reports 200 wounded American troops in war against Iran
A U.S. military spokesperson reported that approximately 200 American soldiers have been wounded in the conflict against Iran. While more than 180 service members have since recovered, ten individuals...
Police: Two suspects on fatbikes involved in Zuidas explosion
Police are searching for two suspects involved in an explosion at the Atrium office building in Amsterdam's Zuidas district on Sunday night. Authorities reported that the individuals arrived at the sc...
Final total for 3FM Serious Request over 18.8 million euros
The 3FM Serious Request campaign raised a final total of 18,848,700 euros for the charity Spieren voor Spieren. This updated figure includes an additional 400,000 euros collected after the record-brea...
Erasmus MC opens external reporting point for ICU work culture
Erasmus MC is establishing an external reporting point for intensive care staff to anonymously share their experiences regarding the work culture. The move follows investigative reports by Dutch media...
Western nations jointly call for de-escalation in Lebanon
Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom have issued a joint statement expressing deep concern over the escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. The Western nations a...
VVD campaign event mostly drinks: 'We are going to fulfill election promises: free beer'
The VVD party held its final campaign events in Amsterdam at locations like the Heinekenhoek and Leidseplein, prioritizing a social gathering to reach voters. Lead candidate Daan Wijnants used the occ...
Elvis tribute band Calling Elvis plays at Biercafé Middeloo in Driehuis
The Elvis tribute band Calling Elvis is scheduled to perform at Biercafé Middeloo in Driehuis on Sunday, March 22. The concert provides an opportunity for fans to enjoy a live tribute to the legendar...
Southern European countries warn of environmental disaster from drifting tanker
Italy, France, and seven other nations have issued a warning to the European Commission regarding a drifting Russian LNG tanker in the Mediterranean Sea. The countries are calling for immediate action...
Afghanistan reports new Pakistani airstrikes on Kabul
The Taliban reported that the Afghan capital, Kabul, was hit by new airstrikes from Pakistan. Several civilians were reportedly killed in the attacks.
