NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expressed absolute solidarity with Romania after a Russian drone struck a residential building. He assured Romanian President Nicușor Dan that the alliance is committed to strengthening its defenses, specifically regarding anti-drone measures.
Donald Trump has announced plans to potentially replace the planned concert series for the 250th anniversary of the United States with an 'America is Back' rally at the National Mall in Washington. The proposal, shared on Truth Social, comes as Trump expressed frustration with the controversy surrounding the original event schedule.
Cartoonist Maarten Wolterink, whose illustrations have appeared in prestigious international publications like Le Monde and The Washington Post, will host a workshop at de Koepel during the Haarlem Comic Days this Sunday. The 62-year-old artist, who also contributes to local newspapers, aims to simplify complex issues through his drawings.
A recruitment day for military reservists in Badhoevedorp attracted over 350 people, including a high number of women inspired by Queen Máxima's recent training. The Dutch Ministry of Defence aims to grow its reservist force from 5,000 to 12,000 over the next four years to better support the armed forces during crises and exercises.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has condemned Israel's recent military actions as a dangerous and unprecedented escalation in a televised address. He stated that a scorched earth policy will not bring security to Israel.
State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen became unwell due to heat during a commemoration ceremony for victims of violence in De Wijk, Drenthe, on Saturday. The official shared details of the incident on Instagram following the event.