U.S. President Donald Trump suggested at the G7 summit that Syria should take over the fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon from Israel. Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Israel's current military operations, stating he believes Syria would perform better in the conflict.
KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to Riyadh, Dammam, and Dubai until August 9th due to ongoing unrest in the Middle East. The Dutch airline announced the decision on Tuesday in response to regional tensions.
A massive explosion that destroyed an Amsterdam gym and injured seven people was likely caused by flash powder, a highly sensitive substance often used in heavy fireworks or ATM bombings. Experts believe the scale of damage suggests a significant quantity of the material was being stored or processed in a basement beneath the building. Three suspects have been arrested as police investigate the potential criminal origins of the explosives.
The European Union has reached an agreement to eliminate extra fees for small carry-on luggage on flights within member states. This deal between EU countries and the European Parliament aims to standardize passenger rights after years of negotiations. As a result, travelers booking flights within the EU will likely no longer face additional costs for basic hand luggage.
On the first day of the appeal trial against the 'tattoo killers' in Rotterdam, the sister of Onno Kuut spoke about her brother who was murdered in 2009. She emphasized that he was a person with a story and deserved to be seen as more than just a case file or a stereotype.
The municipality of Hillegom has allocated 1.5 million euros for the renovation of the northern section of Henri Dunantplein. The project will include installing new paving and adding more greenery to the square.