Residents of Amsterdam can vote today in the municipal elections at 460 polling stations across the city to choose from 35 political parties. Voters are required to bring their voting pass and identification, with provisional results expected late tonight and final results next Saturday.
Dutch Infrastructure Minister Vincent Karremans confirmed that the Buitenhuizerbrug will remain out of service throughout 2026 due to budget constraints. In a letter to the Haarlem Yacht Club, the minister stated that Rijkswaterstaat must prioritize operations within its current financial reality.
A Hezbollah official stated that the group has not conducted any military operations since the announcement of the agreement between Iran and the United States. The official noted that their continued adherence to the ceasefire is contingent upon Israel's compliance.
The Dutch national team experienced a disappointing start to the 2026 World Cup after their opening group match against Japan. Former international Kees Kist evaluated the squad's performance, specifically praising attacker Crysencio Summerville while giving one unnamed player a failing grade.
EU Foreign Ministers have approved new sanctions against 34 individuals and 47 organizations in Russia. These measures specifically target 15 people and one entity involved in the prosecution, poisoning, and death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100 percent import tariffs on French wine and champagne in response to a French tax on large American tech companies. Trump stated that the tariffs will be applied unless France abolishes the digital services tax.