World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Netherlands assigns Reaper drones to NATO to replace US
The Netherlands is making its MQ-9 Reaper drones available to NATO to replace American assets that are no longer being held in reserve for European defense. Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz stated th...
As Curaçao video analyst, Jim Smit sees Dick Advocaat keeping up with the times: 'All well and good, but results are what matter'
Jim Smit, a video analyst from Haarlem, provides insights into the Curaçao national team's mentality under coach Dick Advocaat after a heavy 7-1 defeat against Germany. The team remains determined to...
Starmer calls for Labour unity after rival's election win
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for unity within the Labour Party following a local election victory by his rival, Andy Burnham. The win by Burnham satisfies a key condition for potenti...
Dutch frigate also heading to Strait of Hormuz after minehunter
The Dutch air defense and command frigate Zr.Ms. De Ruyter is repositioning from Southeast Asia toward the Strait of Hormuz to potentially assist in keeping the shipping route open. Defense Minister D...
European countries take measures against heat
Western and Southern European countries are implementing measures to combat extreme heat as temperatures rise across the region. Parts of Southern France and Spain are forecasted to reach highs of nea...
Devon Koswal leaves Telstar to continue career in Norway
Dutch defender Devon Koswal has transferred from Telstar to the Norwegian club Sandefjord Fotball after three seasons. The 22-year-old has signed a contract with the Eliteserien team that runs until 2...
Italian minister cancels US trip after Trump's comments on Meloni
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani cancelled a planned visit to the United States following what he described as insulting remarks by President Donald Trump. Trump reportedly claimed he only agre...
A miracle, a wonder: he’s already 40 and can still move!
The article discusses the early stages of the World Cup, focusing on the age of players and coaches. It notes that fans often reflect on these 'young' and 'old' participants by comparing them to their...
Lieselot’s (24) dream of an internship abroad shattered by ‘rat disease’: ‘I didn’t want to die there’
Lieselot Sintenie, a 24-year-old student teacher, was forced to cut her internship in Suriname short after contracting leptospirosis, commonly known as rat disease. Concerned for her safety, she retur...
Israel attacks Lebanon despite tentative US-Iran agreement
Israel conducted heavy airstrikes on southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley, targeting approximately 80 sites and killing dozens of Hezbollah fighters. The military stated the attacks were a response t...
Code orange in Limburg due to severe thunderstorms
A code orange weather warning has been issued for the Dutch province of Limburg starting Friday afternoon due to severe thunderstorms. The KNMI warns of potential damage and disruption caused by heavy...
Cyclist (78) dies after collision with tram in Amsterdam
A 78-year-old cyclist from Amsterdam has died from injuries sustained during a collision with a tram on Wednesday afternoon. The accident occurred on the Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat in Amsterdam-...
Cyclist (78) dies after collision with tram in Amsterdam-West
Man caught red-handed at Amsterdam port approaching staff for criminal activities
Rutte to visit Trump this Wednesday, two weeks before key NATO summit
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is scheduled to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump this Wednesday. The meeting will take place two weeks before a significant NATO summit held in Turkey.
Man threatens special needs school in Kampen
A man has issued online threats against the Prisma special education school in Kampen, as well as several other individuals. While police maintain a visible and invisible presence at the school, autho...
Shed fire at home in Beverwijk
A fire broke out in a residential shed on Cnossenhof in Beverwijk on Friday morning. Firefighters arrived quickly to extinguish the blaze and manage the situation.
Frenkie de Jong warns rivals: 'Netherlands are in a sense unpredictable'
Midfielder Frenkie de Jong addressed the criticism directed at key players following the Dutch national team's 2-2 draw against Japan at the 2026 World Cup. He warned competitors that the team remains...
Berendsen: definitive peace agreement between US and Iran needed soon
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen has called for a final peace agreement between the United States and Iran to ensure regional stability. While acknowledging the current preliminary agreement as a ...
Jetten: EU cannot continue with 1990s budget
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten called for a modernized EU multi-annual budget for 2028-2034, emphasizing a shift in focus toward competitiveness and security. Jetten argued that the current budgetary...
Horror injury mars Canada's show, Mexico through to the last 32
Mexico secured its place in the knockout stage after a victory over South Korea on Thursday night. Meanwhile, Canada and Switzerland achieved large wins, though Canada's success was overshadowed by a ...
Israeli minister says all of Lebanon must burn
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stated that "all of Lebanon must burn" following the deaths of four Israeli soldiers in the country. These casualties mark the first Israeli military...
Fugitive child abuse suspect caught in Berkel-Enschot
A 42-year-old fugitive was arrested in Berkel-Enschot on Wednesday for abusing and mistreating his former partner's children. The Congolese-Dutch man had been sentenced to 13 years in the United Kingd...
A44 closed for two weeks from today to replace viaduct: three more times by 2030
The A44 highway towards Amsterdam is closed for two weeks starting today to facilitate the replacement of the Lisserwegviaduct, the first of four viaducts being replaced through 2030. Traffic between ...
France not yet in agreement on lifting UN sanctions against Iran
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that France will not support the removal of UN Security Council sanctions against Iran until nuclear program negotiations meet specific expectations. T...
Pump prices slightly lower Friday, but refueling ‘still more expensive for months’ than before Middle East war
Fuel prices at the pump are expected to remain higher than they were before the conflict in the Middle East, despite a slight decrease on Friday. Experts predict that refueling will stay more expensiv...
Large emergency response in Amsterdam-Westpoort due to hazardous flammable substance
Various sectors continue to suffer from aftermath of Middle East war
According to a new sector forecast by ABN AMRO, various economic sectors in the Netherlands continue to experience the negative effects of the conflict in the Middle East. Despite recent steps toward ...
Deaths reported after Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon
At least sixteen people were killed following Israeli airstrikes on the Nabatieh region in southern Lebanon on Friday. The casualty count was reported by Al Jazeera based on information provided by Le...
Switzerland: No talks between US and Iran on Friday
Talks between the United States and Iran that were scheduled to take place on Friday at the Bürgenstock mountain resort in Switzerland have been canceled. The Swiss Foreign Ministry announced the can...