Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Observers: Armenia election went well despite interference
International observers reported that Sunday's elections in Armenia were largely successful despite attempts at Russian interference. The mission noted that the voting process generally proceeded well...
State commission: anti-discrimination recommendations not followed
The Dutch State Commission against Discrimination and Racism's final report finds that the government has failed to sufficiently implement recommendations to combat widespread discrimination within it...
Lebanese archaeological complex damaged by Israeli attack
An Israeli bombardment on the southern Lebanese city of Tyre has damaged an ancient archaeological complex dating back to the Roman era. The site, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, was ...
Asylum seekers from overcrowded Ter Apel can stay in Roden until Thursday
Asylum seekers unable to stay at the overcrowded registration center in Ter Apel will be temporarily housed in a sports hall in Roden until Thursday morning. This emergency accommodation prevents them...
Halsema advocates purchasing vacant churches for other religions in memo on separation of church and state
Hillegom property owner takes Zaanstad to Council of State over house splitting penalty: 'Incomprehensible'
Contractor Martijn Meskers from Hillegom has appealed to the Council of State regarding a 36,000 euro fine imposed by the municipality of Zaanstad. The dispute concerns a 2019 case where a property in...
Six-party coalition in Bloemendaal: Informateurs see chance for broad-based agreement
Informateurs Alex de Vries and Bruno Giebels have proposed a six-party coalition for the municipality of Bloemendaal following the March municipal elections. The potential alliance includes VVD, D66, ...
Ukraine receives nearly six billion euros from EU for drones
The European Union will disburse the first 5.9 billion euro installment of a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine this month. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced that these funds are specifically...
Iran announces end of attacks on Israel
Iran has announced that its military operation against Israel has concluded for the time being. However, the country warned that future attacks will be more severe if Israel persists with its offensiv...
These Heemstede residents hope the village shows massive support for refugee housing on June 20. 'If you have enough, build a longer table, not a higher wall'
On June 20, World Refugee Day, residents of Heemstede will participate in a walk to advocate for the establishment of refugee housing in their village. The initiative 'Welkom in Heemstede' organized t...
Convincing case for curfew effectiveness was missing, says Bruls
Hubert Bruls, the former chairman of the Security Council, testified to a parliamentary inquiry that a convincing argument for the effectiveness of the early 2021 curfew was missing when it was introd...
Kallas: Drone wall on EU's eastern flank must be operational soon
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called for the rapid operationalization of a drone wall along the European Union's eastern flank following recent incidents in Latvia and Romania. During a press co...
Pope Leo addresses Spanish parliament on global crisis
Pope Leo addressed the Spanish parliament, warning that worsening conflicts, increasing polarization, and human rights violations have plunged the world into a deep crisis. The address is regarded as ...
Cabinet wanted to ease restrictions too quickly during pandemic, says Bruls
Nijmegen Mayor Hubert Bruls testified before the parliamentary inquiry committee that the Dutch cabinet pushed to relax COVID-19 restrictions too quickly in 2020. During his hearing, he reflected on t...
Israel expects fighting with Iran to last several days
The Israel Defense Forces expect the current hostilities with Iran to continue for several days. The military also stated it is prepared for a full-scale resumption of war as the two nations continue ...
Hülya Kat from IJmuiden becomes alderman in Tilburg
Hülya Kat, a 42-year-old politician born in IJmuiden, has been appointed as an alderman in the city of Tilburg. This appointment marks a new direction in Kat's political career.
Bruls: Pace of COVID measures 'unprecedentedly high' in early stages
Hubert Bruls, former chairman of the Safety Council, testified to a parliamentary inquiry committee that the pace of developing COVID-19 measures was "unprecedentedly high" at the start of the pandemi...
Mirjam Rost van Tonningen (HBB) new face on Heemstede municipal council: 'I want to help residents lower the barrier to politics'
Mirjam Rost van Tonningen has joined the Heemstede local council as one of six new members representing the Heemsteeds Burger Belang (HBB) party. She aims to make local politics more accessible to res...
Kubilius: Member states must be more proactive in drone detection
European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius has called on EU member states to become more proactive in detecting drones. During a meeting in Cyprus, he emphasized that while the Commission is p...
House in Eastern Islands closed after discovery of 5kg of ketamine
Review of The Poet and the Devil: Lieke Marsman warns those left behind in this political vale of tears
Watch Bruls' COVID hearing: Were mayors involved in policy-making?
Hubert Bruls, former chairman of the Safety Council, is testifying before a parliamentary inquiry committee investigating the Dutch government's COVID-19 response. The hearing focuses on whether local...
Day five of COVID-19 hearings: ‘Schoof texted: Hugo actually wants to do everything himself’
Nijmegen Mayor Hubert Bruls and top official Mark Roscam Abbing testified before the parliamentary inquiry committee investigating the Dutch government's COVID-19 response. The hearings examined the c...
Municipalities lagging far behind on housing for permit holders – check yours here
Most Dutch municipalities are significantly behind on their targets for housing refugees with residence permits, with 12,049 status holders still awaiting a home. This delay forces many individuals to...
NATO aircraft shoot down intruding drone over Latvia
NATO fighter jets, likely French Rafales, shot down a drone that entered Latvian airspace. The Latvian armed forces reported the incident amid increasing drone disruptions in the Baltic region linked ...
Halsema closes home in Kattenburg after 5kg of ketamine found
Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered the three-month closure of a residence in Amsterdam's Kattenburg neighborhood after police discovered over five kilograms of ketamine and other drugs inside. The reside...
Care villas for severely disabled children to close in three weeks after all: at least 9 children without a place
Two care villas for severely disabled children are set to close in three weeks due to financial difficulties, leaving at least nine children without placement. Parents are threatening legal action and...
Kallas: Middle East does not need escalation
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas expressed concern over recent escalations in the conflict involving Iran, urging all parties to return to the negotiating table. Speaking before a meeting of EU def...
Houthis close Red Sea to Israeli ships
The Yemeni Houthi movement has announced a ban on Israeli ships in the Red Sea and confirmed launching attacks against Israel. These actions were taken in response to recent Israeli military strikes a...
Xi Jinping begins first visit to North Korea in 7 years
Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in North Korea for a two-day official visit. This marks his first trip to the country since 2019 and his first foreign travel of the year.