World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Hegseth warns Iran: we are ready to resume the fight
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has warned Iran that the United States is prepared to resume combat operations if a deal is not reached. Hegseth stated that the U.S. could resume bombing Irania...
Pope denounces tyrants wasting billions on weapons
During a speech in western Cameroon, Pope Leo criticized global leaders, accusing a few tyrants of destroying the world by wasting billions on weapons. He also condemned leaders who use religious rhet...
Stolen helmet back on display in Romanian museum next week
Romanian art treasures stolen from the Drents Museum in early 2025 are returning to public display in Bucharest. The golden helmet of Cotofenesti and two Dacian bracelets will be presented at the Nati...
Hungarian news agency staff in revolt after Orbán defeat
Employees of the Hungarian state news agency MTI are demanding the restoration of their editorial freedom following the election defeat of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. In a letter to management, the ...
Brussels wants European mega-companies to compete with China and US: merging must become easier
The European Commission is considering a revision of merger guidelines to facilitate the creation of larger companies within the European Union. This strategic shift aims to help European businesses c...
New rescue attempt started for stranded whale Timmy
A new rescue attempt has been launched for Timmy, a humpback whale stranded near the German island of Poel in the Bay of Wismar. The whale has been stuck since early this month and was previously give...
Video | The outfits Queen Máxima wore during her US trip
Gisèle Pelicot receives Four Freedoms Award in Middelburg
French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot received the Four Freedoms Award for 'Freedom from Fear' during a ceremony in Middelburg. Pelicot, who gained international recognition for making her trial agains...
Israeli strike destroys crucial bridge in southern Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes have destroyed a crucial bridge over the Litani river, severing the final connection between the southern city of Tyre and the rest of Lebanon. According to the state news agency NN...
Man with assistance dog ends up in ditch in Haarlem
A man with a service dog fell into a ditch in Haarlem on Thursday morning. He sustained injuries during the incident and was subsequently transported to the hospital.
South African left-wing opposition leader convicted of weapons possession
South African opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for the illegal possession and public discharge of a firearm. Malema, who leads the Economic Freedom Fighters (...
Low incomes hardest hit by expensive oil
Rising oil prices due to conflict in the Middle East are increasing inflation and reducing purchasing power, particularly for low-income households with cars. The Netherlands Bureau for Economic Polic...
Iran war hits our wallets: purchasing power growth could completely evaporate
A scenario study by the CPB indicates that the conflict involving Iran could lead to higher energy prices and inflation for Dutch households. This rise in costs might completely offset the expected gr...
Conditional psychiatric treatment for Donatos A. who stabbed 85-year-old man with screwdriver out of nowhere
House prices now falling significantly, by up to 6 percent: check your neighborhood here
House prices in the Netherlands fell by up to 6 percent during the first quarter of the year. Real estate agents attribute this decline to rising mortgage interest rates and global uncertainty caused ...
Victim of fatal Hoofddorp stabbing is a woman, man (34) arrested
A woman was killed in a stabbing incident at a home in Hoofddorp on Wednesday night, and a 34-year-old man was subsequently arrested in the vicinity. Police are currently conducting a forensic investi...
New suspects arrested for fatal Amsterdam shooting
Amsterdam police have arrested two additional suspects, aged 25 and 36, in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred last month at Koningin Wilhelminaplein. These arrests follow the previous dete...
Iran reports rapprochement with US, but differences not yet resolved
An Iranian official reported progress in diplomatic negotiations with the United States, facilitated by a visit from Pakistan's army leader to Tehran. While the countries have moved closer together, s...
Bloemendaal resident builds aquatic drones for war in Ukraine: 'Such an unmanned boat has already saved the life of a Ukrainian soldier'
Martijn Otten, an entrepreneur based in the Netherlands, is manufacturing remote-controlled aqua drones to assist the Ukrainian military along the Dnepr river frontline. These unmanned boats are used ...
Man dies after falling into water in Bos en Lommer
A man died on Wednesday night after falling into the Erasmusgracht in Amsterdam's Bos en Lommer neighborhood. Emergency services pulled the individual from the water shortly before 11:00 PM, but he wa...
Australia increases defense budget under US pressure and China threat
Australia plans to increase its defense budget to 3% of its GDP within the next seven years in response to China's growing regional influence. The decision also follows pressure from the United States...
18-year-old arrested for assaulting PowNed journalist in Utrecht
An 18-year-old man from Utrecht has been arrested for assaulting a PowNed journalist in the city's Overvecht district on March 11. The police confirmed the suspect's apprehension following the physica...
Petrol and diesel slightly cheaper again due to negotiation optimism
Fuel prices for petrol and diesel in the Netherlands decreased on Thursday morning following weeks of record highs, with prices reaching 2.546 and 2.589 euros per liter respectively. This decline is a...
Israeli minister: Netanyahu to speak with Lebanese president
Israeli Minister Gila Gamliel confirmed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to speak with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. This follows an earlier announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump, ...
Amsterdam man (59) suspected of stealing shop employee's phone in Utrecht
A 59-year-old man from Amsterdam is suspected of stealing a mobile phone from a retail worker in Utrecht. The suspect is currently being investigated for the theft of the employee's device.
Emergency services find deceased man in Nieuw-West water, no suspicious circumstances
Housing prices leveling off due to war and cheap apartments
The Dutch housing market is experiencing a cooldown with flattening or slightly declining prices, partly attributed to international conflicts such as the war in the Middle East. While homes are remai...
France releases Russian shadow fleet tanker after payment
The French navy has released the oil tanker Deyna, suspected of being part of the Russian shadow fleet, after nearly four weeks of detention. The vessel was permitted to continue its journey once its ...
Turkey issues arrest warrants after online posts about shootings
Turkish police have issued arrest warrants for 83 individuals following social media posts concerning two recent deadly school shootings. The authorities stated the warrants were based on inappropriat...
Long traffic jam on A9 after truck accident: delays reach one hour
A truck accident on the A9 highway between Badhoevedorp and Amstelveen has caused significant traffic delays of up to an hour. Heavy congestion is also reported on several other major routes in the re...