Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Haarlem residents slightly better at waste separation, but city council still threatens new measures
Haarlem residents improved their waste separation rate to 50 percent in 2024, up from 49 percent the previous year. Despite this progress, the city government considers the improvement insufficient an...
Media: Deaths in shooting at Israeli consulate in Istanbul
At least three people were killed in a shooting incident near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, according to Turkish media reports. The exact circumstances surrounding the event remain unclear as inv...
Vice President Vance in Hungary ahead of elections
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Hungary to meet with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of the country's parliamentary elections. The two leaders are expected to campaign together followin...
Cabinet grilled in Senate: will the plug be pulled on the state pension plan today?
D66 Senate floor leader Paul van Meenen expressed readiness to immediately scrap the planned increase in the state pension age during a debate on the government's policy statement. This signal from th...
Leaked report: 'mouse' Orbán offered Putin support
A leaked Hungarian government report reveals that Prime Minister Viktor Orbán offered extensive support to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone conversation. The details surfaced ahead of ...
Inspection: Only a quarter of festivals use reusable cups
A report by the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) reveals that fewer than 25% of festivals are using reusable cups and packaging despite a ban on disposable plastics. The agency chara...
Ter Apel application center overcrowded again all weekend
The asylum seeker reception center in Ter Apel exceeded its maximum capacity of 2,000 people, with 2,211 individuals staying overnight on Monday. This overcrowding reflects a recurring issue at the fa...
New investigation into detained rival of Turkish President Erdogan
Turkish prosecutors have launched a new investigation into Istanbul Mayor and opposition politician Ekrem Imamoglu. Already in custody, Imamoglu now faces additional charges of insult stemming from a ...
GL-PvdA and JA21 want tougher sentences for femicide
Dutch political parties GroenLinks-PvdA and JA21 are drafting legislation to increase the maximum sentence for femicide from 25 years to 30 years or life imprisonment. The proposal aims to ensure hars...
Newspaper: Iran's injured Supreme Leader being treated in Qom
The Iranian supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei is reportedly receiving medical treatment in the city of Qom. According to The Times, this information stems from a diplomatic memo shared with Gulf states ...
Attack reported on Saudi petrochemical facility
An attack on the petrochemical industry in the Saudi Arabian city of Jubail caused fires at SABIC factories during the night. Local sources reported hearing loud explosions as the facilities of the Sa...
ING not yet halting Russian operations: sale falls through
Dutch bank ING has cancelled the sale of its Russian business operations, which was originally intended to facilitate its exit from the country. Despite previously announcing it would stop taking on n...
Ambassador: efforts to stop war approaching critical phase
The Iranian ambassador to Pakistan has stated that diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in the Middle East are reaching a 'critical' phase. The message, shared via social media, highlights Pakistan'...
Taiwanese opposition leader visits China
Taiwanese opposition politician Cheng Li-wun has arrived in Shanghai for a rare visit intended to strengthen ties with China. Known for her pro-Chinese stance, the KMT member's trip highlights efforts...
Israel warns Iranians to stay away from trains
Israel has issued a warning to Iranian citizens to avoid using trains and stay away from railway infrastructure. The Israeli military stated that failure to comply with this warning poses a direct ris...
Lam consolidates power in Vietnam as party leader and president
To Lam has consolidated his political power in Vietnam after being elected president by the National Assembly on Tuesday. Already serving as the leader of the Communist Party, Lam now holds the top tw...
Australian soldier arrested on suspicion of war crimes
Highly decorated Australian war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has been arrested at Sydney Airport on suspicion of war crimes. The 47-year-old former soldier is suspected of involvement in the murder of fi...
King's Commissioner sounds alarm in Beverwijk: Municipality ignoring proposed asylum seeker shelter
The King's Commissioner of North Holland has notified the municipality of Beverwijk that the COA has identified a potential emergency shelter location for asylum seekers. This development follows prev...
Crucial greening or subsidy trap? Debate over support for Tata Steel erupts
The Dutch House of Representatives is debating a proposed 2 billion euro subsidy aimed at helping Tata Steel transition to sustainable production methods. The potential funding has sparked significant...
Growing group on welfare needs more help to be able to work
A growing number of welfare recipients in the Netherlands face significant barriers to employment, such as debt and mental health issues, requiring more intensive support. Although the labor market ne...
The Tata debate on billions in subsidies is coming: here are the sticking points
The Dutch House of Representatives is scheduled to hold a six-and-a-half-hour debate this Tuesday regarding billions of euros in proposed subsidies for Tata Steel Netherlands. The discussion will focu...
Paris, Lyon, Amsterdam: is the battle for the car-free city over?
SP wants to scrap deductible for medical care after sexual violence
The Socialist Party (SP) has proposed eliminating the health insurance deductible for medical assistance following sexual violence. Member of Parliament Sarah Dobbe stated that financial costs should ...
Trump again threatens attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure
US President Donald Trump has reiterated threats to destroy Iranian civilian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants, if a deal is not reached by the Tuesday deadline. These statements echo...
Nearly 1,500 killed in Lebanon by Israeli attacks
Israeli attacks in Lebanon during March and April have resulted in approximately 1,500 deaths and over 4,600 injuries, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health. Among those killed were 57 medical ...
Trump says pilots shot down in Iran are doing well
President Donald Trump stated that two crew members are recovering well after their fighter jet was shot down over Iran on Friday. Although both individuals sustained injuries during the incident, the...
This political scientist explains the rise of the far-right: ‘My father wasn’t a racist’
Political scientist Catherine de Vries investigated her family history to understand the rise of radical-right parties and why voters choose anti-migration groups like the PVV. Her research seeks to e...
Trump: Iran ceasefire proposal not good enough
U.S. President Donald Trump has evaluated a proposal for a 45-day ceasefire regarding the conflict with Iran. Although he described the proposal as a very important step, he stated that it is not yet ...
Wolf that bit woman in face released again in Germany
A wolf that seriously injured a woman in Hamburg, Germany, has been released back into the wild after being captured by authorities. Environment Minister Katharina Fegebank stated that releasing the a...
Hillegom makes swimming accessible for children from low-income families with free slide passes
The municipality of Hillegom is offering free summer swimming passes to children from low-income families to ensure they can access the De Vosse outdoor pool. The facility, which reopens in two weeks,...