Finance Minister Eelco Heinen announced plans to pass an amended wealth tax (box 3) bill through the House of Representatives before the summer. During a television appearance, he emphasized the need to address public concerns regarding the controversial tax legislation.
Hungarian politician Péter Magyar is scheduled to meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels to discuss the release of frozen EU subsidies. While Magyar seeks the funds for Hungary, the European Union maintains that specific reforms must be implemented before the subsidies can be granted.
Police arrested a suspect following reports of a shooting at a residence on Van Houweningenstraat in Amsterdam-West on Sunday evening. Although investigators found a possible bullet hole in a window, they are still working to confirm if a firearm was actually used. The arrest was made nearby based on a description provided to the police.
Dutch Premier Rob Jetten described a shooting at the Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington as a "shocking event." President Donald Trump and members of his administration were unharmed in the incident.
The Dutch fire department has declared Phase 2, the highest warning level for wildfires, in fifteen regions across the country. This alert signifies an elevated risk of nature fires, urging increased vigilance due to dry conditions.
Renewed fighting has broken out between insurgents and Malinese government troops in the northern city of Kidal. Following a series of attacks across Mali on Saturday, rebels now claim to have taken control of the city as of Sunday.