Syrian authorities have officially closed the Al-Hol camp, which previously housed family members of suspected Islamic State fighters. The closure follows the removal of the final prisoners from the facility earlier this week.
The Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science has nominated Pride Amsterdam for UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. This move follows a recommendation from the Council for Culture, highlighting the event's role in promoting gender equality and queer emancipation. A final decision on the inclusion is expected to be made by UNESCO in late 2028.
One person sustained minor injuries following a stabbing incident at an emergency shelter in Lijnden on Monday evening. Police and the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee responded to the scene at the COA facility, where a suspect was subsequently arrested following the conflict.
US lawmakers questioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth regarding the financial costs of the conflict with Iran during a House of Representatives budget hearing. While the session was intended to review the Defense Department's budget proposal, the discussion focused heavily on the expenditures associated with the ongoing war.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a one-day ceasefire with Ukraine to coincide with the Russian Victory Day on May 9. The proposal was reportedly discussed during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, who responded positively to the idea.
