EU Ombudsman Teresa Anjinho has ruled that the European Commission must preserve text messages exchanged between President Ursula von der Leyen and heads of state. The decision follows an investigation into a deleted message from French President Emmanuel Macron to Von der Leyen.
The COA has identified the Tiltenberg in Vogelenzang as a suitable location for the emergency housing of 100 to 120 asylum seekers. This assessment follows an initial review shared by the municipality of Bloemendaal.
Dutch Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink stated that municipalities refusing to host asylum seekers must consult with neighboring towns, emphasizing that reception is a regional responsibility. He noted that this obligation applies to all municipalities, specifically mentioning Maassluis following its refusal to accommodate more refugees.
Dutch politician Rob Jetten stated that full EU membership should remain the primary goal for candidate countries, speaking ahead of a summit with Western Balkan nations in Montenegro. He expressed opposition to proposals from France and Germany that suggest gradual integration or partial market access instead of immediate full membership.
The Eurozone economy contracted by 0.2 percent in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the final quarter of 2025. According to data from Eurostat, this decline was primarily driven by the economic situation in Ireland.
