Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on the Dutch television program Buitenhof that Ukraine's supply of Patriot missiles could run out depending on the frequency and intensity of Russian attacks. He emphasized that the sustainability of their air defenses is contingent on whether they are targeted daily or both day and night.
Oil prices have risen for the fourth consecutive day due to ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. The struggle for control of the strategic waterway has led to uncertainty regarding the prospects for a ceasefire.
US Secretary of the Navy John Phelan has resigned from his position effective immediately, according to an announcement from the Pentagon. No official explanation has been provided for the sudden departure.
Following a tribute to deceased supporter Ronald, Telstar secured a 4-1 victory against Sparta Rotterdam to boost their fight against relegation. Trainer Anthony Correia expressed confidence in the team's performance as they prepare for the final three matches of the season.
Emergency services, including divers and a police helicopter, conducted a search for a person reported in the IJ river near Java-eiland and Amsterdam-Noord. Commercial shipping was halted as a precaution while fire crews and a drone team surveyed the water. The incident occurred late Wednesday evening following reports of someone falling into the river.
Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong was defeated in the first round of the Madrid Masters by Spain's Rafael Jódar. Despite winning the first set, the world number 109 lost the match 6-2, 5-7, 4-6 after more than two and a half hours of play.