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22 arrests at pro-Palestinian occupation of VU buildings

Police arrested 22 pro-Palestine protesters after they occupied two buildings at the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam to demand the university sever ties with Israeli institutions. The occupation ended on Wednesday evening when police cleared the BelleVUe and main buildings, leading to some minor confrontations between officers and demonstrators. University officials stated that while they respect the right to protest, the occupation and use of face coverings violated campus safety rules.

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COA chief: 500 spots needed for normal situation at Ter Apel

Joeri Kapteijns, chairman of the Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA), stated that 500 new reception spots are immediately necessary to normalize the situation at the Ter Apel registration center. Speaking on the program Nieuwsuur, Kapteijns emphasized that even more capacity will be required in the near future.

Aldi and Albert Heijn recall nuts over risk of injury

Supermarket chains ALDI and Albert Heijn are recalling unsalted cashew nuts due to the potential presence of metal particles. These fragments pose a risk of physical injury to consumers, and the retailers advise against consuming the affected products.

Majority of countries recognize climate obligations at UN

The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution welcoming the International Court of Justice's advisory opinion on climate change as an authoritative clarification of international law. Although the United States voted against the measure, the resolution was passed on Wednesday to strengthen global environmental legal frameworks.

Robbery at gas station in Lijnden, one arrest

A gas station on Hoofdweg in Lijnden was robbed by multiple suspects on Wednesday evening. Police confirmed that one individual has been arrested in connection with the crime.

Currently no room for 30 asylum seekers in Ter Apel

The overcrowded asylum registration center in Ter Apel currently has no space for approximately 30 asylum seekers. The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) stated it remains uncertain if shelter will be found for them by Wednesday night.