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Russia reports deaths and injuries from Ukrainian drone attack

A Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Tula resulted in three deaths and three injuries. Regional governor Dmitry Milyayev reported the casualties via Telegram following the strike.

Municipalities to get tougher on homeschooling parents. Haarlem: '100 percent must attend school, no more exemptions'

Municipalities in the Haarlem and Velsen region are tightening rules for homeschooling exemptions following a Supreme Court ruling that prioritizes a child's right to education. Haarlem has announced ...

Dead and wounded in Ukraine following Russian attacks

At least five people were killed and several others were injured following a series of Russian air strikes across Ukraine. Ukrainian authorities reported the casualties occurred during the night betwe...

Help pours in for homeless mothers in Southeast, but the greatest need remains shelter: ‘It doesn't have to be Amsterdam, a safe place in Friesland or Zeeland is also fine’

Four European countries want to lift sanctions against Iran

The leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy have issued a joint statement expressing their readiness to lift sanctions against Iran. This collaborative announcement marks a significa...

Kyiv mayor: air attacks repelled

Ukrainian defense systems successfully repelled several air strikes over the capital city of Kyiv on Monday morning. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the defensive actions via Telegram, reporting that...

Trump: Strait of Hormuz to reopen Friday after deal signed

Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the Strait of Hormuz is scheduled to reopen this Friday. This reopening follows the signing of a deal mentioned by the former president.

Iran: deal does not mean trust in 'enemy'

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that the recent agreement between Iran and the United States does not signify a restoration of trust in the 'enemy.' His comments, reported by ...

Advice to cabinet: Ukraine to join EU within a year of ceasefire

A foreign policy advisor to the Dutch cabinet has recommended that Ukraine should join the European Union as quickly as possible following the end of its conflict with Russia. The advisor suggested th...

Pakistan PM: Peace deal reached between US and Iran

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a peace agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran. The accord is scheduled to be signed by both nations in Switzerland on Ju...

Israel claims death of senior Hezbollah official

The Israeli military announced the killing of high-ranking Hezbollah official Ali Mussa Daqduq during a precision strike south of the Litani River in Lebanon. Daqduq was allegedly involved in the 2007...

Protest in Geneva against G7 turns into confrontation with police

A protest in Geneva against the upcoming G7 summit escalated into a violent confrontation between demonstrators and police. Protesters threw stones and fireworks, while authorities responded with tear...

Swiss reject population limit in referendum

Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to implement a population limit in a national referendum. Fifty-five percent of participants voted against the plan, preventing the measure from being adopted.

Piketty, PRO and the world's first trillionaire

French economist Thomas Piketty recently published a global plan focused on wealth redistribution and environmental sustainability. Shortly after, Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire follo...

Israel ignores Gaza ceasefire with new deadly attacks

Israeli airstrikes and gunfire killed at least six Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, according to local health officials. The lethal attacks occurred as Israel reportedly ignored a ceasefire a...

Youth care taking larger bites out of Haarlem city budget: council members launch investigation

A special committee of Haarlem city council members is launching an investigation into the rising costs of youth care in the city. The decision follows a 3.5 million euro increase in expenditures over...

Iran questions negotiations with US after attack

Following recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon, Iranian negotiator Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf has expressed doubt regarding the future of negotiations with the United States. Despite a potential deal previ...

Third suspect arrested in investigation into potential attack on Heemstede synagogue

Police in North Holland arrested a third suspect on June 9, 2026, in connection with a planned explosion at a synagogue in Heemstede. The authorities state that the attack, originally intended for Mar...

Thom de Graaf wants debate on ending snap elections

Thom de Graaf, the outgoing Vice President of the Dutch Council of State, suggests that the Netherlands should consider forming new coalitions instead of holding interim elections when a cabinet falls...

Oosterduinweg in Aerdenhout to get safer new layout; politicians positive about initial design

The Oosterduinweg in Aerdenhout will undergo a comprehensive redesign to improve road safety, particularly for cyclists who have long faced dangerous conditions. Local politicians have expressed suppo...

Israel strikes southern suburbs of Beirut

Israel conducted airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut in response to a drone attack by Hezbollah, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office. The military action follows a reporte...

Amsterdam's Bento Spinoza was the first true freethinker: "Just a cool guy"

The Amsterdamse Bostheater is hosting a musical about Baruch Spinoza, the influential 17th-century philosopher born in Amsterdam known for his radical Enlightenment ideas. The play explores Spinoza's ...

Iranian official: US deal includes dilution of enriched uranium

A draft agreement between Iran and the United States reportedly includes a provision for Iran to dilute its highly enriched uranium, rendering it unsuitable for nuclear weapons. While details of the p...

Empty chairs again as silent protest at Russian embassy

The MH17 Fact-finding Working Group is placing 298 empty chairs opposite the Russian embassy in The Hague as a silent protest for the victims of the 2014 disaster. The demonstration honors those kille...

Qatari delegation to Tehran for peace deal between Iran and US

A Qatari delegation traveled to Tehran on Sunday to facilitate a peace agreement between Iran and the United States. According to Reuters and Iranian media, the visit aims to finalize negotiations bet...

Damage amount after Wijk bij Duurstede riots not yet known

Rioters attacked the town hall in Wijk bij Duurstede on Friday night, causing significant damage including broken windows. The municipality has reported the incident to police and cleanup efforts are ...

120 asylum seekers taken to night shelter outside Ter Apel

Due to overcrowding at the Ter Apel registration center, 120 asylum seekers were moved to emergency night shelters in De Wijk and Groningen on Saturday night. According to the Red Cross, 92 people sta...

British forces intercept Russian shadow fleet tanker

British armed forces intercepted an oil tanker from the Russian shadow fleet on Sunday as it attempted to navigate through the English Channel. Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the interception, ...

Hospitality venues in over half of municipalities to stay open longer during World Cup

More than half of the municipalities in the Netherlands are allowing hospitality businesses to extend their opening hours during the World Cup. This announcement comes from the industry association Ko...

Striptease acts on canal boats: "I don't want that sex show passing my window"

Residents in Amsterdam are expressing frustration over visible striptease acts performed on canal cruise boats passing their homes, particularly concerning the exposure to young children. While local ...