World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Viktoriia fled the war: The past four years really feel like a nightmare
Viktoriia, a 25-year-old Ukrainian refugee, has been living in Haarlem for four years after fleeing the war and leaving her family behind. She currently resides on a cruise ship and works at a local s...
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...
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 ...
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.
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...
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...
Casper van der Veen (21) named World Talent of the Year; second Dutchman to win award aims to continue World Cup form at Bloemendaal
Casper van der Veen, 21, has been named the 'Rising Star of the Year 2025,' making him the second Dutchman to receive this international honor. Following his success, the athlete extended his contract...
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...
EU foreign policy chief: Middle East developments dangerous
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has described recent developments in the Middle East as a serious threat to global security. She specifically highlighted concerns regarding ballistic missile and n...
Berendsen and Yeşilgöz visit Ukraine
Dutch Ministers Tom Berendsen and Dilan Yeşilgöz visited Ukraine on Saturday, marking their first official foreign trip since taking office earlier this week. The visit is intended to express solida...
Bitcoin falls after attacks on Iran
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced a sharp decline in value following Israel's announcement of a preemptive attack on Iran on Saturday. The market drop highlights the sensitivity of digita...
Iran urges population to move to safe cities
Iran's High National Security Council has urged citizens to relocate to safer cities as the government anticipates continued military strikes from Israel and the United States. The official announceme...
Israel calls up 20,000 reservists
Israel has mobilized 20,000 army reservists amid ongoing military conflict and retaliatory strikes between Israel and Iran. The call-up follows a series of direct attacks involving both nations.