Tehran has confirmed that vessels carrying essential goods are permitted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to reach Iranian ports. This movement must be coordinated in consultation with Iranian authorities.
The sustainable clothing brand MUD Jeans has been declared bankrupt by a court in Amsterdam. CEO Dion Vijgeboom confirmed the news, stating that the company had filed for bankruptcy itself.
Albert Heijn is facing criticism and potential brand damage following a controversy regarding their savings stamp program. Retail expert Paul Moers described the company's handling of the situation as arrogant and poorly managed.
A suspect has been sentenced to 150 days of youth detention, mostly suspended, and 120 hours of community service for an explosion at a restaurant in the De Baarsjes area of Amsterdam last August. The court ruled that although the suspect claimed to have limited the explosive's potential, his actions created a life-threatening situation for residents living above the establishment.
On July 15, 2026, the mayor of Haarlem ordered the closure of a residence on Clothildestraat for one year following a police raid that uncovered drugs, weapons, and drug-trafficking equipment. The resident unsuccessfully challenged the decision in court, and the property will remain closed to restore public order and safety in the neighborhood.
Frozen Russian assets held in European accounts have generated 8 billion euros in interest. The European Commission plans to loan this amount to Ukraine, with President Ursula von der Leyen stating that Russia must contribute to covering the damages caused by the war.