Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
British fighter jets take part in Middle East operations
British fighter jets participated in coordinated defensive operations in the Middle East on Saturday to protect British personnel and allies. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated the mission was intende...
Travel warning for Iraq, Israel, Lebanon and Palestinian territories
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a red travel advisory for Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, and the Palestinian territories due to extreme safety risks. Citizens are strongly advised not to trav...
Trump: freedom for Iran is the goal of the operation
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his primary objective regarding Iran is to secure freedom for the Iranian people. He expressed this goal during an interview with The Washington Post.
Malieveld gathering turns into celebration over possible death of Khamenei
A demonstration against the Iranian regime at the Malieveld in The Hague turned into a celebration on Saturday following reports that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed in Israeli and US atta...
A coffee with Ozan Turkdogan (Anti-Racist Muslim Party): Activism is being a pain in the ass to others
Ozan Turkdogan, leader of the Anti-Racist Muslim Party, outlined his party's goals for the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam, including increasing the visibility of Islamic history and severin...
Israeli media: Increasing signs Khamenei has been killed
Israeli media reports suggest that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed during recent Israeli and U.S. airstrikes on Saturday. While anonymous sources claim there are inc...
Pro-Iranian militia in Iraq says it will target US bases
The pro-Iranian militia Kataeb Hezbollah has announced plans to target U.S. bases in Iraq following airstrikes on its positions. Official Iraqi sources report that the attacks resulted in two deaths a...
Democrats warn of wider conflict after attack on Iran
US Democrats have expressed concern over the Trump administration's military actions against Iran, warning of a potential large-scale conflict in the Middle East. The opposition fears that the United ...
CIDI: Attack on Iran is continuation of existential struggle
Naomi Mestrum, director of the Center for Information and Documentation Israel (CIDI), stated that the Israeli-American attack on Iran was anticipated following weeks of high alert. She described the ...
Iranians in the Netherlands follow attacks closely: 'People cheer but I hear their voices trembling with fear'
Iranians residing in the Netherlands have reacted with a mix of hope and anxiety following Israeli and American strikes on Iran this past Saturday. While some individuals see the military action as a ...
Yara is only 17 but eager to join the city council. A massive banner draws votes: 'My classmates aren't really into politics yet'
Seventeen-year-old Yara den Haan is running for a seat on the Heemskerk municipal council as a candidate for the Hart voor Heemskerk party. Despite being too young to vote herself, she aims to become ...
Iranian protest against regime at Malieveld Saturday afternoon
On Saturday afternoon, Iranians are demonstrating at the Malieveld in The Hague against their country's regime and recent military actions by Israel and the United States. Protesters seek to highlight...
KLM avoids Middle East airspace Saturday, Sunday still unknown
KLM has suspended flights over Middle Eastern airspace and cancelled several routes to cities such as Tel Aviv and Dubai as a precaution following attacks on Iran. The airline is currently monitoring ...
French President and Spanish Prime Minister condemn Iranian escalation
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and the French President have condemned unilateral military actions by the United States and Israel regarding Iran. Sánchez characterized these actions as an esc...
News channel: panic in Qatar after attacks
Attacks in the Middle East have sparked panic in Qatar, as reported by news outlet Al-Jazeera. Verified footage shows residents seeking safety following the recent developments.
Old Floradorp residents vote for neighbor's party: "Because that's not for the yuppies"
Longtime residents of Floradorp in Amsterdam are turning to the local party 'Stem van Amsterdam' for the upcoming municipal elections in response to gentrification and rising housing costs. Voters exp...
Oman mediator to US: This is not your war
Oman's Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi has criticized recent American and Israeli strikes on Iran, stating that such actions undermine mediation efforts and diplomatic negotiations. He warned that the...
Revolutionary Guard leader possibly killed in attacks
Israeli officials believe the leader of Iran's Revolutionary Guard may have been killed during recent attacks on the country. Reports indicate that the Iranian Minister of Defense and the intelligence...
Dozens of schoolchildren killed in rocket strike in southern Iran
Forty children were killed in a rocket strike in Minab, a city in southern Iran near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported the attack took place in an area situated near several...
Satellite images show destruction at ayatollah's home
Satellite images published by Al Jazeera and The Times of Israel show the destruction of multiple buildings at the residence of Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The current whereabouts of the Ayatollah...
Former Iranian crown prince calls attacks ‘humanitarian intervention’
Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last Shah, has characterized Israeli and American military actions against Iran as a "humanitarian intervention." He expressed his desire to return to the country soon ...
Russia demands end to attacks on Iran
Russia has called for an immediate cessation of attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran. The Kremlin urged a return to diplomatic and political solutions to resolve the ongoing regional confli...
Jetten calls willing parties bright spots
D66 leader Rob Jetten described political parties willing to cooperate with the minority cabinet as "rays of hope" during a party congress on Saturday. He emphasized this potential for collaboration a...
Israel counts 35 ballistic missiles from Iran so far
The Israeli military has reported that approximately 35 ballistic missiles were launched from Iran. While some of the missiles were successfully intercepted by air defense systems, others landed in op...
EU leaders call for maximum restraint
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU Council President António Costa have called for maximum restraint following concerning developments in Iran. In a joint statement, the leader...
Iran calls it a flagrant crime and seeks Security Council meeting
Iran has condemned recent attacks by Israel and the United States, labeling them a "flagrant crime." The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is now calling for an urgent meeting of the UN Security Cou...
Israel: Ayatollah and Iranian president targeted in attacks
Israeli attacks on Iran reportedly targeted Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to an Israeli official. It remains unclear whether these specific targeted ...
Attack on Iran no surprise for parties in Dutch Parliament
Dutch political parties in the House of Representatives stated that the recent attack on Iran was not unexpected. Several politicians are now questioning if the conflict will lead to the downfall of t...
Yeşilgöz: Safety of troops in the region is top priority
Dutch Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz has stated that the safety of Dutch military personnel in the Middle East is the government's highest priority. A limited number of Dutch soldiers are currently...
Iran confirms attacks on US bases in the region
The Iranian military has confirmed launching attacks against several United States military bases in the Middle East, specifically targeting facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab E...