rssMay 25, 2026, 13:00

Questions surrounding Ali Dia (23) who died in Lebanon rocket attack after being sent back from Amsterdam

Ali Dia, a 23-year-old who lived in Amsterdam for several years, was killed in an Israeli rocket attack in South Lebanon after being deported from the Netherlands in December 2023. While online propaganda featuring AI-generated images portrays him as a Hezbollah fighter, his family and Dutch friends maintain he was a civilian who stayed behind to protect his home. The circumstances of his death remain disputed due to conflicting reports and the use of digital manipulation in media portrayals.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Seizure of 'Antifa server' at US request leads to questions and concerns

Dutch authorities have seized a server belonging to the Italian hosting provider Autistici/Inventati at the request of the United States. The U.S. government classifies the company as a terrorist entity, sparking concerns among Dutch digital rights groups and industry associations regarding the precedent for such cross-border legal actions.

Police seize server at data center in Amsterdam-Oost at the request of the US

Police in Amsterdam have seized a server from a data center in the city's eastern district at the request of the United States. The action targets an Italian internet provider suspected by American authorities of facilitating the antifascist movement antifa.

China and the US are going full throttle on AI, the EU is hitting the brakes: how wise is that?

While China and the United States push ahead with rapid AI development, the European Union maintains a cautious stance focused on strict regulation. Critics argue this approach hampers European innovation and sovereignty, while proponents believe responsible testing and a focus on specialized quality are essential for sustainable growth.

Public Prosecution Service demands community service and prison sentence for Samer A. (37) for hitting spectators with a plank at UvA pro-Palestine protest

Prosecutors are seeking a prison sentence and community service for Samer A. after he assaulted two onlookers with a wooden plank during a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Amsterdam. The defendant claimed he acted in self-defense during the chaotic demonstration, but the Public Prosecution Service maintains the victims were non-involved spectators.

Long wait times at Schiphol due to electronic passport control failure

Schiphol Airport is facing significant passenger delays after a technical failure incapacitated its automated eGate passport control system on Sunday morning. Royal Netherlands Marechaussee officers are currently conducting manual checks as they investigate the cause of the malfunction, which is not believed to be a cyberattack.