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Iranian released by France returns home
Iranian citizen Mahdieh Esfandiari has returned to Iran following her release from a French prison. The development occurs one week after Iran released two French citizens from its own custody.
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The Dutch government has reversed a planned €30 million cut to income support following a request from the House of Representatives. Political parties argued that municipalities must continue actively reaching out to citizens eligible for welfare benefits who are not yet utilizing them.
From ignored to embraced: will the minority cabinet now also look to GroenLinks-PvdA for support?
The Dutch minority cabinet is beginning to engage more with the left-wing GroenLinks-PvdA opposition after previously favoring right-wing partners. This shift is highlighted by the cabinet's recent adoption of Jesse Klaver's proposal for an affordable public transport pass, signaling a potential for broader cooperation.
Grand dinner with King and foreign diplomats at Royal Palace Amsterdam tonight
King Willem-Alexander is hosting an annual dinner for the diplomatic corps tonight at the Royal Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam. The event aims to strengthen international relations and features a theme of 'politics and administration' for foreign ambassadors and Dutch officials. High security, including a significant Royal Marechaussee presence, has been established around the palace for the occasion.
Hillegom board installed: young faces and fresh energy. ‘I’ve been able to turn my hobby into my job’
Hillegom has inaugurated a new municipal executive, featuring one of the youngest groups of aldermen in the Netherlands. The installation occurred on Wednesday evening during the presentation of the town's main policy agreement for the new governing period.
Man killed in gold exchange office is branch manager, CEO reacts: ‘Darkest day in our 40-year history’
The branch manager of a recently opened Goudwisselkantoor in Beverwijk was killed during a violent robbery on Wednesday. The company's leadership expressed deep sorrow, describing the incident as the darkest day in their 40-year history.