The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has confirmed that Gholamreza Soleimani, the leader of the paramilitary Basij movement, was killed during US-Israeli attacks. Soleimani's organization is notably responsible for the violent suppression of protests that occurred in Iran earlier this year.
A man was shot and injured during a street argument on Van Hallstraat in Amsterdam-West early this morning. Police are currently searching for the suspect and investigating the scene, where witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots around 6:40 AM.
Bitcoin's value has reached its highest point in nearly three months, driven by optimism regarding the conflict in the Middle East. The surge follows reports suggesting that peace negotiations between the United States and Iran may potentially resume.
A Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian city of Odesa has injured at least ten people. The strikes heavily impacted the city center, damaging residential buildings, a hotel, and other public facilities.
Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the American girl group The Ronettes, has passed away at the age of 80. Her daughter announced on social media that she died peacefully at home surrounded by family.
Support for the Dutch monarchy and approval ratings for King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Amalia have remained stable according to the 2026 NOS Kings Day Survey. The findings by Ipsos I&O show that the slight increase in popularity observed in previous years has ended.