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Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Prosecution appeals to Supreme Court in fatal Wadden Sea collision case
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service is appealing to the Supreme Court following the recent acquittal of a captain involved in a fatal 2022 collision on the Wadden Sea. The incident involved a speedbo...
Eiffel Tower and Louvre change opening hours due to heat
The Eiffel Tower and the Louvre museum in Paris have adjusted their opening hours due to an extreme heatwave. The French capital is currently under a red alert, which is the highest weather warning le...
Tehran residents given days off for Khamenei's funeral
Iranian authorities have granted residents of Tehran three days off for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Khamenei, who ruled Iran for 37 years, was killed in an American-Israeli attack in late F...
Increased risk of wildfires in seven safety regions
Seven out of twenty-five safety regions in the Netherlands are currently facing an increased risk of wildfires, triggering a Phase 2 warning. The alert applies to all regions in North Holland, as well...
Increased risk of wildfires in seven safety regions
Seven safety regions across the Netherlands, including the entire province of North Holland, are currently facing an increased risk of wildfires. The fire department has issued a Phase 2 warning for t...
How Haarlem became the scene of a foiled assassination attempt on an Iranian activist
Prosecutors detailed a foiled plot to assassinate Iranian activist Siamak Tahmasbi at his home in Haarlem, allegedly orchestrated by fugitive Sami B. through an international hit team. Intercepted mes...
6.5 years in prison for Fernando S. (64) for sexually abusing friend's daughters: ‘Prioritized own sexual desires’
Water boards: extra water supply and dike inspections due to drought
Dutch water boards are implementing extra water supply and dike inspections in response to extreme heat and drought conditions. These measures aim to prevent salinization in western regions and identi...
Artin Music & Friends cancelled in March due to US intervention now goes ahead: ‘Football and music bridge political differences’
Iranian musician Asghar Barani will host the 'Artin Muziek & Friends' concert at the Patronaat venue this Thursday after a previous cancellation in March. The event aims to bridge political divides th...
Óscar García takes job in Poland after leaving Ajax
Former Ajax coach Óscar García has been appointed as the new manager of Polish side Pogoń Szczecin. The 53-year-old Catalan joins the club after they finished ninth in the Ekstraklasa last season.
Dutchman elected Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe
Dutch diplomat Tanja Gonggrijp has been elected as the Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe. She won the position with 135 votes, defeating Finnish candidate Marja Ruotanen-Bourdages.
One dead in crush after World Cup screening in Jordan
One person died and eight others were injured in Jordan during a crowd crush at a public screening of a World Cup match against Algeria. The incident occurred as a large number of fans gathered to wat...
Dutch official joins EU-Taliban talks
A Dutch official is participating in technical-level talks between the European Commission and the Taliban in Brussels. The discussions focus on the repatriation of rejected Afghan asylum seekers foll...
Trump: Iran did agree to nuclear program inspections
Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran has agreed to inspections of its nuclear program, echoing earlier statements by Vice President JD Vance. However, Iranian officials have denied tha...
Media relish World Cup row as players face tension at the breakfast table
The Dutch national football team maintains a positive atmosphere following a significant victory over Sweden at the World Cup. In contrast, other major footballing nations like Portugal are currently ...
Significant damage in rear-end collision on N205 near Vijfhuizen
A van and a company vehicle were involved in a rear-end collision on the N205 near Vijfhuizen on Tuesday morning. The crash resulted in significant vehicle damage, and ambulance personnel were on-site...
Major impact from sexual abuse case at Zoetermeer school
Oskar van der V. stood trial on Tuesday for sexual misconduct and secretly filming children at a school in Zoetermeer. During the proceedings, parents of ten victims exercised their right to speak, de...
UN experts: attacks on children in Gaza point to genocide
A committee of UN experts states that Israel has intentionally targeted children in Gaza, committing genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. Their latest report identifies these attacks on ...
Psychological evaluation for man who planned to kill asylum seekers at Amsterdam center
Prosecution: Man wanted to murder asylum seekers at Amsterdam shelter
A 42-year-old man from Vught is suspected of attempted murder after allegedly planning to kill asylum seekers at a shelter in Amsterdam in early April. During a preliminary court hearing, prosecutors ...
Deaths in Lebanon from Israeli shelling
Israeli shelling in southern Lebanon has killed two people, according to the Lebanese civil protection service. The incident has placed renewed pressure on the existing ceasefire in Lebanon and ongoin...
Dettol apologizes for sexist ad in China about 'tainted' women
British cleaning brand Dettol has apologized for an advertisement in China that was intended to address sexism but was widely criticized for being sexist itself. The video drew backlash for comparing ...
Drought increases due to hot and sunny weather
Upcoming hot and sunny weather is expected to significantly increase the precipitation deficit in the Netherlands. Weather service Weeronline predicts that high temperatures will cause substantial moi...
Former Scottish SNP chair sentenced to over 5 years for corruption
Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party, has been sentenced to over five years in prison for embezzling more than £400,000 in party funds. He admitted to using the st...
Prosecution demands four years in prison in 1990 rape case
The Public Prosecutor has demanded a four-year prison sentence for a 59-year-old man for a rape committed in Bodegraven in 1990. The case involving the then 14-year-old victim was brought to trial in ...
Parents previously complained about Zoetermeer janitor
Several parents at a primary school in Zoetermeer had previously raised concerns about the behavior of janitor Oskar van der V. before his arrest as a sexual offense suspect. The 58-year-old had been ...
Not surprising Noni Madueke starts for England despite disappointing stats
England manager Thomas Tuchel's recent squad selection for the national team has sparked controversy, particularly regarding the exclusion of Manchester United defender Harry Maguire. Despite criticis...
Czech President goes to court over NATO summit exclusion
Czech President Petr Pavel is taking legal action against the government after being excluded from the official delegation for the upcoming NATO summit in Turkey. He has filed a case with the Constitu...
Man sprinkled gasoline in partner's Lijnden home but denies intent to start fire, according to prosecution
A 38-year-old man from Amsterdam appeared in a Haarlem court for allegedly sprinkling gasoline throughout his partner's home in Lijnden on March 11. While prosecutors claim he created a life-threateni...
Code red in 15 Italian cities due to high temperatures
The Italian Ministry of Health has issued a code red alert for fifteen cities, including Rome and Milan, due to extreme heat. Authorities are advising residents to remain indoors during the hottest pa...