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Trump: US negotiators in Pakistan Monday

President Donald Trump has threatened Iran with severe consequences if a new deal is not reached. He announced that American negotiators will arrive in Pakistan on Monday evening for discussions.

Eight people still in hospital after Kyiv shooting

Eight people, including a child, remain hospitalized following a shooting in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv. According to Mayor Vitali Klitschko, the incident resulted in the deaths of six people.

Congo government and rebels reach agreement on humanitarian aid

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group have reached an agreement to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to the population. Additionally, both sides have com...

Zelensky: Patriot missiles could run out

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on the Dutch television program Buitenhof that Ukraine's supply of Patriot missiles could run out depending on the frequency and intensity of Russian atta...

Father's Day and Mother's Day: are we really changing them to You Day?

A leaked language guide from the Dutch Ministry of Education suggesting inclusive alternatives for Father's Day and Mother's Day has sparked a political row in the House of Representatives. Critics ha...

Part-timers will not solve labor market shortage by working more

The Dutch government's efforts to address labor market shortages by encouraging part-time employees to work more hours are proving ineffective. Labor market experts state that these measures are havin...

The Greenhouse | Let politicians think of their great-great-grandchildren for once

Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan highlights a recommendation from the Dutch Council of State suggesting that politicians should consider future generations when drafting new legislation. The column advoc...

Police helicopter flying over city for hours supports high-value transport

A police helicopter was deployed in Amsterdam on Sunday morning to provide security for a high-value transport traveling across several districts. Residents reported the activity starting around 6:30 ...

Climate activists protest against 'dark side' of Haarlem Flower Parade

Extinction Rebellion is conducting peaceful protests during the Haarlem Flower Parade to raise awareness about the use of pesticides in flower cultivation. Activists organized a "bee march" and gagged...

Ukraine claims attack on drone factory in Russia

The Ukrainian military claims to have carried out a nighttime attack on a drone factory in the Russian city of Taganrog. The strike on the Sea of Azov facility reportedly damaged Russia's ability to p...

Skinnybikes with thin tires to bypass fat bike rules in Vondelpark: "New hype"

Cyclists in Amsterdam are turning to "skinnybikes" to bypass a new ban on fatbikes in Vondelpark starting May 11, which only permits bicycles with tires thinner than seven centimeters. Retailers repor...

Iran: progress in talks with US, but agreement still far off

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced on Saturday that while progress is being made in negotiations with the United States, a final agreement remains far off. The discussions a...

Yonhap: North Korea fires at least one ballistic missile

North Korea launched at least one ballistic missile in an easterly direction on Sunday, according to reports from the South Korean military. This event is the latest in a series of recent missile test...

Brazil, Mexico and Spain pledge additional aid to Cuba

Brazil, Mexico, and Spain have pledged to increase humanitarian aid to Cuba to mitigate the impact of the ongoing U.S. blockade. In a joint statement, the three nations called for a sincere dialogue b...

Iran: every ship in the Strait of Hormuz is a target

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy has declared that any vessel approaching the Strait of Hormuz will be considered a target. This warning follows an earlier announcement by Iran stating its intenti...

Evacuation due to strange smell at COA reception center in Hoofddorp

Emergency services responded to a COA asylum seekers' reception center in Hoofddorp on Saturday following reports of a strange smell. The building was evacuated, and the situation was escalated to a G...

Hoofddorp asylum center evacuated after gas smell, 500 people sheltered

An asylum seeker center in Hoofddorp was fully evacuated on Monday evening after reports of a gas smell. Approximately 500 residents were temporarily sheltered in a nearby restaurant while emergency s...

Mayor sees effect of measures against A2 cut-through traffic

Mayor Sjors Fröhlich of Vijfheerenlanden reports that measures to reduce cut-through traffic during major roadworks on the A2 highway appear to be successful. While traffic remained heavy due to the ...

Israel establishes ‘yellow line’ in South Lebanon

The Israeli military has established a "yellow line" in southern Lebanon to separate its forces from other areas, mirroring a strategy used in the Gaza Strip. The army also announced the neutralizatio...

Why the cabinet thinks unions will reach a state pension deal soon after all

The Dutch minority cabinet is seeking a quick agreement with trade unions regarding the state pension (AOW) to ensure its own political survival. While the government's policies have revitalized the u...

Prosecutor: Kyiv shooter was 58-year-old man from Moscow

A 58-year-old man born in Moscow shot and killed several people in Kyiv on Saturday using an automatic weapon. The attacker was subsequently killed by police, and authorities state that his motive is ...

Pope Leo denounces exploitation of Africa for raw materials

Pope Leo strongly condemned the exploitation of African nations for their natural resources during his visit to oil-rich Angola. He stated that the continent is a victim of despots and tyrants who fai...

Wall Street Journal: US wants to board Iranian ships

US military forces are reportedly preparing to board Iranian-flagged or linked vessels, including those in international waters. According to anonymous US officials cited by the Wall Street Journal, t...

India demands clarification from Iran over firing on ships

Indian authorities have summoned the Iranian ambassador to demand an explanation for the shelling of two Indian-flagged cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows the discovery that the tar...

Trump: Iran cannot blackmail us by closing the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump stated that Iran cannot blackmail the United States by threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz. He also noted that the two countries are still engaged in discussions despite t...

No more shuttle bus to the city for asylum ship residents: ‘There is no sidewalk at all to walk on’

Amsterdam: possible easing of rent rules poorly thought out

Amsterdam housing alderman Zita Pels has criticized potential national government plans to relax rent regulations, calling the move ill-conceived. Pels warns that easing these rules would allow rental...

Cabinet activates national oil crisis plan

The Dutch government has activated Phase 1 of the National Oil Crisis Plan as a precautionary measure due to rising tensions in the Middle East. While there are currently no acute fuel shortages or re...

Brazilian President denounces Security Council and Trump

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has sharply criticized the United Nations Security Council and Donald Trump. Although he did not mention Trump by name, the president's remarks were clea...

Macron accuses Hezbollah of killing French soldier

French President Emmanuel Macron has accused Hezbollah of being responsible for an attack in South Lebanon that killed a French UN soldier. Macron shared the allegation on X following the fatal incide...