U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told the Senate that the 60-day legal limit for continuing military hostilities without Congressional approval should not include periods of ceasefire. This interpretation would allow for a longer U.S. military presence in the Middle East conflict without immediate legislative intervention.
France and Germany are sending two specialized fire platoons to the Netherlands to assist in combating wildfires. The aid package includes eight wildfire-fighting vehicles, a helicopter equipped with a water bucket, and support personnel.
A possible suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein has reportedly been held in a New York court for nearly seven years, hidden from investigators. The New York Times reported the discovery and has petitioned a judge to release the document.
No irregularities were reported across 24 polling stations during the re-elections held in Gorinchem on Wednesday. Officials noted a slight increase in proxy votes, which may have been caused by the May holidays.
Israeli attacks on the Lebanese village of Zebdine killed six people on Thursday, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health. The total death toll from Israeli fire throughout the country for the day has risen to fifteen.
Natuurmonumenten lobbyist Nelleke Hijmans expressed serious concerns about the impact of recent major fires on nature during an appearance on the talk show Eva. The organization is worried about the ecological damage caused by the series of large blazes that occurred this week.