Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Foreign Ministry now also issues negative travel advice for Bahrain
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has upgraded the travel advice for Bahrain to 'red,' advising against all travel due to significant security risks. The ministry warned that the situation is too ...
Dancing on Dam Square over the death of the ayatollah: ‘He is a monster, and he is in the ground’
Hundreds of Iranians gathered at Dam Square in Amsterdam on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the reported death of Ayatollah Khamenei. Participants expressed relief and joy, with some stating they had be...
Hezbollah supporters commemorate Khamenei and vow revenge
Thousands of Hezbollah supporters gathered in Beirut on Sunday to mourn the death of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike in Tehran on Saturday morning. The marchers expressed t...
Trump says Iranian leaders want to talk and he does too
President Donald Trump stated in an interview that Iranian leaders are interested in dialogue and expressed his willingness to participate in talks. Reports from Oman indicate that Iran is open to de-...
Protest march against housing shortage: You can't live in bullshit
Protesters in Amsterdam held a "Wooncrisis City Sightseeing Tour" march to demonstrate against the housing crisis, high rents, and building vacancies. The march highlighted the contrast between 22,000...
'Stupid mistake' led to Khamenei assassination: how secret operation suddenly gathered pace
The liquidation of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran was reportedly triggered by tactical mistakes made by his inner circle, according to Israeli officials. The secret operation accelerated...
KLM suspends flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia until Thursday
KLM has cancelled all flights to Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam until Thursday due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The decision follows recent attacks on Iran and subsequent retaliatory actions,...
KLM suspends flights to Dubai, Riyadh and Dammam until Thursday March 5
KLM has suspended flights to Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam until March 5 due to security concerns following regional conflict involving Iran. The airline is prioritizing passenger safety and is currently ...
Iranian-Dutch on Dam Square: ‘These are the regime's final days. Finally, it’s happening’
Are the Haarlem council elections actually parking referendum 2.0?
The upcoming council elections in Haarlem are being influenced by parking activists who emerged after the 2024 referendum on paid parking. These groups are active on social media, making the expansion...
Prime Minister Netanyahu: painful days for Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed support for the families of victims following Iranian attacks, describing the current period as "painful days" for the country. In a video message, ...
US military denies aircraft carrier Lincoln was hit
The United States military has denied claims from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard that the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was struck by ballistic missiles. While Iran reported a successful attac...
Involve the international community in the future of Iran
The article discusses a scenario involving the death of Ayatollah Khamenei following Israeli-American military action and the potential for a new era in Iran. It emphasizes the hope that the internati...
Von der Leyen: Iran must stop nuclear missile program
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for Iran to terminate its military nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Following a discussion with the Emir of Qatar, she also emphasi...
US: Three American service members killed in operation against Iran
Three American soldiers were killed and five others seriously injured during operations involving Iran on Sunday. According to U.S. Central Command, several other service members also sustained minor ...
Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad also dead, state news agency reports
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has reportedly been killed in airstrikes conducted by the United States and Israel, according to an Iranian state news agency. The report states he was at ...
Iran's interim leadership at work, says defiant president
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that the country's interim administration is operational and warned that the military will destroy enemy bases across the region. He stated that these bas...
Frank and Wendy stranded in Qatar due to Middle East war: "So surreal"
A couple from Haarlem, Frank and Wendy Hoorn, have been stranded in Doha, Qatar, following the closure of airspace due to military conflict in the Middle East. Originally en route to New Zealand, they...
Kuwait: 97 Iranian missiles and nearly 300 drones intercepted
Kuwait's Ministry of Defense announced the interception of 97 Iranian missiles and 283 drones. Falling debris from the interception caused minor material damage in several parts of the country.
Foreign Ministry receives 1,000 calls from Middle East
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has received approximately 1,000 inquiries from Dutch citizens currently in the Middle East. These individuals are expressing concerns about their safety and seek...
Many wounded in Israel after attack
At least 20 people were injured in the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh after an Iranian missile reportedly struck a building. Local media outlets, including the newspaper Haaretz, reported on the casualt...
Israel moves Dead Sea Scrolls to safe location as a precaution
The Great Isaiah Scroll, one of the most famous Dead Sea Scrolls, has been moved to a secure location by Israeli authorities as a precaution. This action follows recent military escalations and mutual...
Iranians gather at Dam Square after death of Khamenei
Iranians gathered on Dam Square in Amsterdam to celebrate the reported death of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei following military strikes. The participants planned a march to the American consulat...
At IJmuiden election debate, parties weighed between lofty promises and results: ‘I looked at everything they promised in the previous local elections’
A local election debate was held in IJmuiden, organized by Welzijn Velsen and the Zee- en Duinwijk neighborhood platform. Participants discussed key issues such as housing, clean air, and neighborhood...
Uitgeest receives many questions about tree felling for Geesterweg-Prinses Beatrixlaan roundabout: ‘It is necessary’
The municipality of Uitgeest is addressing public concerns regarding the removal of nineteen trees to allow for the construction of a new roundabout. Work at the intersection of Geesterweg and Prinses...
Pope calls for end to ‘spiral of violence’ in Middle East
Pope Francis has called for an immediate end to the spiral of violence in the Middle East during an address at St. Peter's Square. He urged all involved parties to take moral responsibility to prevent...
Tallon Griekspoor's crazy weekend in Dubai: 'I'm in no rush to catch one of the first flights'
Dutch tennis player Tallon Griekspoor reached the final in Dubai but was forced to withdraw against Daniil Medvedev due to a hamstring injury. He is currently stranded in Dubai as the local airspace h...
Von der Leyen: Real risk of instability in the Middle East
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned on Sunday of a significant risk of instability in the Middle East following American and Israeli attacks on Iran. She cautioned that the curre...
Kallas: Khamenei's death opens the way to a different Iran
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the death of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei opens a potential path toward a different Iran. While acknowledging the uncertainty of the situation, she sugge...
Fine words on creative housing shortage solutions in local elections
Ahead of upcoming municipal elections, political parties are proposing creative solutions like splitting or adding floors to homes to address the housing shortage. However, critics argue that these el...