Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of new war crime
Human Rights Watch has accused Israel of committing a war crime by allegedly using illegal white phosphorus ammunition during an attack in South Lebanon. The organization noted that exposure to the ch...
Voting patterns in outlying villages like Driemond differ from the city: We are the forgotten child
Voting behavior in outlying villages of Amsterdam like Driemond differs from the city center, with residents showing higher support for right-wing parties and lower voter turnout. Locals often feel di...
Voting behavior in outlying villages like Driemond differs from the city: We are the forgotten child
Residents in outlying villages of Amsterdam, such as Driemond, exhibit distinct voting patterns compared to the city center, often favoring right-wing parties and expressing feelings of neglect. While...
Santpoort-Zuid residents have few wishes but worry about asylum center: 'I miss a meeting place in the village'
Residents of Santpoort-Zuid show little interest in the upcoming municipal elections, focusing primarily on concerns regarding a proposed asylum seekers center at the De Elta sports park. Some residen...
'During the KLM Open the bus can suddenly stop': Caroline campaigns for buses to stop at ghost stop in Badhoevedorp
Residents in Badhoevedorp, led by activist Caroline, are protesting at a 'ghost bus stop' on Koekoekslaan to demand that passing buses regularly stop for passengers. Although buses frequently drive pa...
Verwulft 1 fast-tracked for monument status: ‘Not going so fast? I have to reconsider that’
The former shop building at Verwulft 1, dating from 1890, is being fast-tracked for monument status to preserve its historical character ahead of its sale. Political parties D66 and ChristenUnie reque...
'Some places in Heemskerk are too dark for women to walk or cycle', says councillor seeking 'female perspective' on paths
Councilor Anita Perré-Meijer has raised concerns about poorly lit areas in Heemskerk that make residents, particularly women, feel unsafe while walking or cycling. She is asking the local council to ...
American companies can shut down our card payments, leading to chaos
Inge van Dijk, Director of Payments at the Dutch Central Bank (DNB), warns that the Netherlands' heavy reliance on American service providers for digital payments poses a significant security risk. Th...
Bloemendaal still unsafe for cyclists: A radical change is needed
Recent data from the Fietsersbond ranks Bloemendaal as one of the most dangerous municipalities for cyclists, reporting nearly 19 accidents per 10,000 residents annually. Local advocates criticize the...
Narrow victory for Greens in Baden-Württemberg
The Green Party secured a narrow victory over the CDU in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, according to provisional election results. The Greens received 30.2 percent of the vote, while Chancell...
Six killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza Strip
Six Palestinians, including two minors, were killed in two Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip on Sunday. Local health authorities reported that these were the deadliest strikes since the conflict invol...
More deaths in US attack on suspected drug boat
Six people were killed on Sunday during a U.S. military attack on a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The U.S. military stated that the vessel was suspected of being involved in drug trafficking.
82 percent of Amsterdammers still consider tourism a problem
Europe triples arms imports and continues to buy mainly from the US
European countries have tripled their weapon imports in recent years, with the vast majority of equipment sourced from the United States. Data from the SIPRI research institute shows that American exp...
Jetten sees no reason to lower fuel excise duties
Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that there is currently no reason to lower excise duties on fuel despite rising prices. During a television appearance, he emphasized that the government is monitoring...
Anke Bakker (Party for the Animals): "Nobody wants to hear that there are limits to growth"
Anke Bakker, the Amsterdam leader for the Party for the Animals, argues that the city is reaching its physical limits for housing construction and urban growth. She emphasizes that prioritizing buildi...
Arya (13) joins women's march in Alkmaar for the first time
Thirteen-year-old Arya participated in her first International Women's Day march in Alkmaar, joining about 100 activists to advocate for equal rights and an end to gender discrimination. Similar event...
Trump continues to misuse artists' music, but a lawsuit is often a bridge too far
Donald Trump and his administration continue to use music from artists without their permission, yet legal action remains rare. Experts note that many artists are reluctant to file lawsuits due to the...
The massive rise of local parties: why nearly a third of the Netherlands no longer votes for national parties
Local political parties in the Netherlands have seen a significant rise in popularity, with nearly one-third of voters now choosing them over national parties. The article examines the impact of this ...
Hundreds of banned political ads flood social media: ‘Dangerous that this is possible’
More than 270 political social media advertisements regarding municipal elections have been found to violate European regulations and platform policies. Despite being prohibited, these posts remain ac...
Language expert reads hundreds of pages of government jargon and sighs: ‘Poor council members’
Language expert Jan Renkema highlights the challenges municipal council members face when navigating hundreds of pages of complex government jargon. He emphasizes that these documents are critical for...
Aluminum price surges on Gulf region unrest
Aluminum prices surged by nearly 10% this week, marking the largest weekly increase since 2023. The spike is attributed to ongoing geopolitical unrest in the Middle East and the Gulf region.
Thousands join Feminist March in Amsterdam, Halsema speaks at Carré: 'We are not in a good position'
International Women's Day: Feminist March in Amsterdam, Halsema organizes conference
Amsterdam is celebrating International Women's Day with several events, including a Feminist March from Dam Square to Museumplein and a 'Women Unite' conference at the Carré Theatre hosted by Mayor H...
Air raid sirens in Israel after rocket launches, no casualties reported
Air raid sirens were triggered across Israel on Sunday morning following rocket launches from Iran, prompting residents in several cities to seek shelter. The warnings have since been lifted, with no ...
Kuwait and United Arab Emirates report attacks by Iran
The Kuwaiti military reported on Sunday morning that its air defense systems successfully intercepted Iranian missile and drone attacks. The army confirmed that explosion sounds heard in the area were...
Explosives found at New York Mayor's home, two suspects arrested
The FBI is investigating two improvised explosive devices that were detonated outside the home of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Saturday. Two suspects have been taken into custody in connectio...
Lodewijk Asscher: Every day the AOW turd remains on the table is wasted time
Lodewijk Asscher, a former PvdA leader and key architect of the Dutch pension agreement, has criticized the government for its indecision regarding the AOW state pension age. He expressed frustration ...
Dead and wounded in Beirut hotel attack
At least four people were killed and ten others injured in a targeted Israeli strike on a hotel building in Beirut on Saturday night. The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported the casualties following ...
Qatar reports Iranian missile attacks, Saudi Arabia intercepts drones
The Qatari Ministry of Defense reported that Iran fired ten ballistic missiles and two cruise missiles at Qatar on Saturday. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia announced that it successfully intercepted fourteen...