World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
TSA tips off ICE: hundreds of arrests
Since President Donald Trump took office, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has made more than 800 arrests based on tips from airport security. According to internal ICE data reported b...
Former President Sarkozy maintains innocence in Libya case appeal
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy testified in court on Tuesday, maintaining his innocence against corruption charges related to the "Libya affair." He is currently appealing a previous five-yea...
Prosecution appeals in 1992 Hague garage owner murder case
The Public Prosecution Service has filed an appeal against the acquittal of 71-year-old Ruben B., who was suspected of murdering a garage owner in The Hague in 1992. While the court acknowledged stron...
Woman (50) arrested in Drenthe trunk murder case
Police have arrested a 50-year-old woman from Emmen in connection with the 2017 murder of Ralf Meinema, whose body was discovered in the trunk of his car with brain injuries. The arrest marks a new de...
Suriname bids farewell to former president Santokhi
Suriname held a state farewell for former President Chandrikapersad Santokhi, who passed away at the age of 67 on March 30. His casket, draped in the national flag, was brought to his home in Lelydorp...
Body found in Zaandam water identified as missing Polish man
The body of a Polish man who had been missing since March 13 was discovered in the water at Bornholmpier in Zaandam. Police have ruled out foul play following an investigation, concluding that no crim...
Police conduct further investigation at home where deceased man (81) was found
Police forensic investigators are conducting an additional search at a home in Amsterdam's Transvaalbuurt neighborhood where an 81-year-old man was found murdered in February. Detectives returned to t...
Iran names Strait of Hormuz toll as condition for peace
Iran has proposed several conditions for sustainable peace with the United States, according to an Iranian official. One of these conditions includes permission for Iran to levy a toll on the Strait o...
The oil crisis hits these entrepreneurs hard: "Trump must stop"
Local entrepreneurs in Amsterdam, including a driving school in Geuzenveld and a pancake restaurant on the IJ, are facing record-high fuel costs due to escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and ...
Ranger's Apprentice author John Flanagan dies at 81
Australian author John Flanagan, best known for the popular 'Ranger's Apprentice' and 'Brotherband' book series, has passed away at the age of 81. His death was confirmed on Tuesday by his management ...
Media: Deaths in shooting at Israeli consulate in Istanbul
At least three people were killed in a shooting incident near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, according to Turkish media reports. The exact circumstances surrounding the event remain unclear as inv...
Nearly one in five French gas stations facing fuel shortages
Nearly 20% of French gas stations are experiencing shortages of at least one type of fuel, with TotalEnergies locations being particularly affected. The shortage is driven by high demand for relativel...
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Vice President Vance in Hungary ahead of elections
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Hungary to meet with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of the country's parliamentary elections. The two leaders are expected to campaign together followin...
Record prices at the pump, but no shortages yet like in France
While nearly 20% of French gas stations are experiencing fuel shortages due to high demand at low-priced TotalEnergies locations, the Netherlands is currently not facing any supply issues. The Dutch i...
Street robbery on Twickel: victim robbed by woman in red jacket and checkered skirt
A street robbery took place on Twickel in Haarlem on Saturday, April 4, where a victim was pushed and robbed by a woman wearing a red jacket and a plaid skirt. After the incident, the female suspect f...
Leaked report: 'mouse' Orbán offered Putin support
A leaked Hungarian government report reveals that Prime Minister Viktor Orbán offered extensive support to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone conversation. The details surfaced ahead of ...
Ter Apel application center overcrowded again all weekend
The asylum seeker reception center in Ter Apel exceeded its maximum capacity of 2,000 people, with 2,211 individuals staying overnight on Monday. This overcrowding reflects a recurring issue at the fa...
Serious accident between car and fatbike in Haarlem, victim seriously injured
A serious collision occurred between a car and a fatbike at the intersection of Schoonzichtlaan and Zijlweg in Haarlem on Tuesday morning. The rider of the fatbike sustained serious injuries and was r...
French high-speed train collides with truck near Lille
A high-speed train collided with a military transport vehicle near Noeux-les-Mines in northern France on Tuesday morning. Local reports indicate that the train driver was killed in the accident, which...
New investigation into detained rival of Turkish President Erdogan
Turkish prosecutors have launched a new investigation into Istanbul Mayor and opposition politician Ekrem Imamoglu. Already in custody, Imamoglu now faces additional charges of insult stemming from a ...
Newspaper: Iran's injured Supreme Leader being treated in Qom
The Iranian supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei is reportedly receiving medical treatment in the city of Qom. According to The Times, this information stems from a diplomatic memo shared with Gulf states ...
Major damage after ATM bombing at five-star hotel in Amsterdam
An ATM bombing occurred on Tuesday morning at the Pestana Amsterdam Riverside hotel in Amsterdam-Zuid, causing significant damage to the building. The perpetrators targeted an ATM located inside the f...
Deaths in drone attack on bus stop in Ukrainian city of Nikopol
A Russian drone attack on a city bus in the Ukrainian city of Nikopol has killed three people and injured twelve others. Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko reported the casualties following th...
Attack reported on Saudi petrochemical facility
An attack on the petrochemical industry in the Saudi Arabian city of Jubail caused fires at SABIC factories during the night. Local sources reported hearing loud explosions as the facilities of the Sa...
Major fire in De Pijp home, extensive damage
A significant fire broke out this morning in an older residential building on Eerste Van der Helststraat in Amsterdam's De Pijp district. The blaze spread rapidly due to the wooden structure, causing ...
ING not yet halting Russian operations: sale falls through
Dutch bank ING has cancelled the sale of its Russian business operations, which was originally intended to facilitate its exit from the country. Despite previously announcing it would stop taking on n...
Small plane crashes next to A58 near Ritthem
A small sports plane crashed next to the A58 highway near the village of Ritthem on Tuesday morning. Local safety authorities confirmed the incident occurred in the province of Zeeland.
Ambassador: efforts to stop war approaching critical phase
The Iranian ambassador to Pakistan has stated that diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in the Middle East are reaching a 'critical' phase. The message, shared via social media, highlights Pakistan'...
Taiwanese opposition leader visits China
Taiwanese opposition politician Cheng Li-wun has arrived in Shanghai for a rare visit intended to strengthen ties with China. Known for her pro-Chinese stance, the KMT member's trip highlights efforts...