Politics News in English

Myanmar commutes all death sentences, reduces Suu Kyi's prison term

Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing has converted all death sentences in the country to life imprisonment. Additionally, thousands of prisoners, including ousted former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, receiv...

GL-PvdA and CU propose bill to reduce child poverty

Dutch Members of Parliament Esmah Lahlah and Don Ceder have proposed a new bill aimed at structurally reducing child poverty in the country. The legislative proposal is expected to enter the public co...

Velsen receives nearly two million euros in state funding for sustainability of swimming pool, town hall, and Polderhuis; projects to be completed next year

The municipality of Velsen has received nearly two million euros in state funding to enhance the sustainability of the De Heerenduinen swimming pool, the Polderhuis, and part of the town hall. These r...

Newly elected FvD councillor had 200 cannabis plants in attic and was previously caught with heavy fireworks

FvD council member Mischa Verhaard from Roosendaal faces potential prosecution after a marijuana nursery with 200 plants was discovered in his home. Verhaard also has a previous conviction for the pos...

Professor: Time to worry about the business climate in Amsterdam

The number of foreign companies establishing themselves in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area has continued to decline, with only 39 new arrivals in 2025. While city officials are prioritizing high-quali...

Wienen offers glimmer of hope for 'too long' skûtsje: 'We don't follow rules blindly'

Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen is seeking a solution for a skûtsje boat that is 50 centimeters too long according to local mooring regulations. The owners had considered cutting the vessel in half to compl...

Trump calls Iran war a short trip

During a campaign rally in Las Vegas, U.S. President Donald Trump downplayed the prospect of a conflict with Iran, characterizing it as a "short excursion." He further predicted that any such engageme...

Several hospitality businesses no longer have valid permits: enforcement and supervision catch-up in Velsen

The municipality of Velsen is conducting a comprehensive review of hospitality permits to improve oversight and enforcement within the sector. While the goal to inspect all commercial establishments b...

Democrat wins election in Republican stronghold New Jersey

Progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia has won a special election for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey. According to media reports, Mejia's victory occurred in a district previou...

Lebanese army: Israel shells villages after ceasefire

The Lebanese army reports that Israel violated the newly established ceasefire by shelling several villages in southern Lebanon shortly after it took effect at midnight. In response, the Lebanese mili...

US warns Europe of weapon delivery delays due to war

The United States has informed several European allies, including Baltic and Scandinavian nations, that previously scheduled weapon deliveries are likely to face delays. According to sources, these se...

PVV in Rucphen in talks about joining municipal executive

The PVV party is currently in negotiations to join the municipal executive in the Dutch municipality of Rucphen. The party views these discussions as a significant milestone and recognition of their p...

Iran partially restores phone and internet services

Iran has partially restored international telephone and internet services for the first time since attacks by the United States and Israel on February 28. Local media reports indicate that these commu...

Trump: Iran agrees to transfer nuclear material

US President Donald Trump stated that Iran has agreed to transfer its nuclear material, likely referring to enriched uranium. This material is viewed by the United States as a potential component for ...

Netanyahu agrees to Lebanon ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to a ten-day temporary ceasefire in Lebanon. The truce was announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday.

!Woon faces potential budget cut: Fears of long waiting lists for tenants needing help

Stichting !Woon, which advises Amsterdam tenants on rental issues, warns that a potential €700,000 budget cut could lead to staff layoffs and significantly longer wait times for assistance. The orga...

Majority of Dutch Parliament supports better pay for top athletes, VVD wants business sector to contribute

A majority of the Dutch Parliament supports a proposal by NOC*NSF to increase the income of elite athletes. While there is political backing for the plan, the VVD party advocates for the additional fu...

Sudden maintenance on Vondelweg and Van Zeggelenplein causes consternation: ‘There is no getting through’

Residents in Haarlem have expressed frustration over sudden road maintenance on Vondelweg and Van Zeggelenplein that caused significant traffic disruptions. Local political parties raised the issue wi...

About 100 people march in Utrecht for victims in Lebanon

Approximately 100 people participated in a march from Utrecht Central Station to Domplein on Thursday evening to support victims of Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The demonstration concluded with a vigil...

Two suspects arrested for assault on Kevin Kreuger (Ja21) after AT5 debate

Police have arrested two more suspects in connection with the assault on former Ja21 leader Kevin Kreuger at Amsterdam's Osdorpplein. Kreuger was attacked after an election debate when he attempted to...

Iranian sources: Iran and US working on temporary agreement

Iranian sources report that Iran and the United States are working toward a temporary agreement after scaling back ambitions for a comprehensive peace deal. While progress has been made regarding nego...

Pubs allowed to stay open overnight for late World Cup matches this summer

Bars in Amsterdam will be allowed to extend their opening hours from June 11 to July 19 to broadcast late-night FIFA World Cup matches held in North America. Mayor Femke Halsema specified that while e...

How a D66 senator almost saved the asylum laws – if he had been allowed to finish speaking

D66 reportedly planned to support asylum laws that were opposed by the PVV, a move that could have potentially saved the legislation despite current denials from the party. The situation was influence...

Housing construction stalls due to full power grid, Utrecht faces connection freeze

The Dutch Association of Real Estate Agents (NVM) warns that housing construction may slow down due to upcoming changes in power grid connection priorities. A potential connection stop in Utrecht curr...

Hegseth warns Iran: we are ready to resume the fight

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has warned Iran that the United States is prepared to resume combat operations if a deal is not reached. Hegseth stated that the U.S. could resume bombing Irania...

Zandvoort awaits Dolfirama demolition appeal with confidence

The municipality of Zandvoort has postponed the forced demolition of the long-vacant Dolfirama building following an appeal by its owner. The legal challenge seeks to overturn a court ruling that had ...

Pope denounces tyrants wasting billions on weapons

During a speech in western Cameroon, Pope Leo criticized global leaders, accusing a few tyrants of destroying the world by wasting billions on weapons. He also condemned leaders who use religious rhet...

Van den Brink does ‘everything necessary’ for asylum law support

Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink is actively seeking support in the Dutch Senate for two strict asylum laws following uncertainty caused by the PVV's opposition to a specific amendment. The minister...

At Carré, singer Anohni shows she is not just a musician, but also an environmental activist and artist

Cabinet: no more animal transport on sweltering days, only allowed up to 30 degrees

The Dutch cabinet has announced a ban on the transport of livestock, including pigs, chickens, and cows, when temperatures exceed 30 degrees Celsius. State Secretary Silvio Erkens stated the measure i...