Querenshyo T. acquitted of complicity in attacks on De Pizzabakkers, but convicted of weapons possession

Red Light District aid workers not surprised by arrests in human trafficking investigation

Police conducted a major operation in Amsterdam's red-light district resulting in the arrest of four individuals suspected of human trafficking. Three additional suspects were detained in Romania as part of the same investigation, which reportedly targets a large trafficking ring.

25-year-old man acquitted of involvement in De Pizzabakkers explosion

A 25-year-old man has been acquitted of involvement in two explosions at restaurants in Amsterdam, including a De Pizzabakkers branch, due to insufficient evidence despite the presence of his DNA. However, the court sentenced him to eight months in prison for illegal possession of a firearm found in his home.

German government allocates billions in energy support for residents and businesses

The German government is allocating 13.3 billion euros for an energy support package to assist households and businesses next year. This initiative includes additional subsidies for energy-intensive companies to help lower their utility costs.

Lucrecia Martel’s documentary Our Land reveals the toxic legacy of colonial power dynamics: ‘More and more people are being driven from their land’

Home closed following explosion in Haarlem North

Following an explosion at a residence on Dijkzichtlaan in Haarlem Noord on July 11, 2026, the mayor has ordered the property to be closed for four weeks. This measure was taken to prevent further unrest in the area.