European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed Europe's solidarity with Belgium following a fatal collision between a train and a school bus in Buggenhout. The accident resulted in four deaths, including two teenagers, according to Belgian authorities.
Entrepreneurs and property owners in Zandvoort can apply for subsidies to restore historical facades. The scheme offers financial support of up to 10,000 euros for mid-terraced buildings and 12,500 euros for corner or detached properties.
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has accused the United States of violating a ceasefire after US forces attacked targets in the southern province of Hormozgan. The US military reported striking minelayers and rocket launchers in the region bordering the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week.
The Dutch Senate has approved the implementation of the EU migration pact, which introduces stricter asylum regulations starting June 12. Under the new rules, the maximum duration of temporary residence permits will be reduced from five to three years, and indefinite permits will no longer be granted.
Tuesday, May 26th, marked the warmest May 26th since weather records began in 1901. A temperature of 29.2 degrees Celsius was recorded at 1:20 PM in De Bilt, setting a new national record for the date.
