Russia launched a record-breaking 8,000 long-range drones at Ukraine in May, representing a nearly 25 percent increase from the previous month. This surge in activity occurred despite a brief ceasefire being in effect during that period.
A Haarlem court has ruled that Mayor Frank Dales of Velsen was justified in extending the closure of a home in IJmuiden that had been targeted in multiple shootings. The residents' legal challenge was unsuccessful as the judge determined there was no urgent interest to reopen the property before June 1.
A driver was arrested after crashing into a police station on Houtmankade in Amsterdam-West on Monday morning. No injuries occurred during the incident, but police are investigating the suspect for potential drug use and have called for witnesses to come forward.
The British government has released a new set of internal documents regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the United States. The records, which include emails and text messages, are currently being reviewed by British media for sensitive information.
A major gas leak caused by sewer construction led to the evacuation of eleven homes and an office building in Amsterdam-Zuid on Tuesday morning. Michelangelostraat and Titiaanstraat were closed off for several hours while emergency services worked to secure the area. Residents and workers were allowed to return around 1:00 PM after the leak was contained.
