World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Cause of Zwaanshoek fire and explosions still unclear. 'Luckily, the parrots and rabbits are unharmed'
A fire followed by several explosions broke out in a warehouse in Zwaanshoek on Sunday afternoon, though animals on the property were reported unharmed. Authorities are currently investigating the cau...
UN rights chief Türk: US sanctions on Cuba endanger lives
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has called on the United States to lift its sanctions against Cuba, stating that the measures endanger lives. Türk emphasized that these sanctions disproportionatel...
Peel your own fruit, no flip-flops in the jungle: how to prevent tropical infections
Internist-infectiologist Els van Nood provides essential advice for travelers visiting (sub)tropical destinations to avoid contracting diseases from bacteria and viruses. Her tips include basic safety...
US: oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz 'disabled'
The United States military disabled an oil tanker flying under the Palau flag in the Strait of Hormuz. A US F-18 fighter jet used precision munitions to strike the engine room of the mv Marivex, accor...
British songwriter Talay Riley, 35, dies after stabbing in London
British songwriter Talay Riley has died at the age of 35 following a stabbing incident in East London. He was discovered with stab wounds in a garden on Friday and passed away after being transported ...
Don't be so sour, let's make the World Cup a party
As the World Cup approaches, Dutch fans are beginning to prepare with traditional orange gear and betting pools despite some hesitation. The article acknowledges controversies surrounding FIFA and sch...
Coalition and Denk want measures against companies profiting from occupation of Palestinian territories
Amsterdam's governing coalition and the Denk party have proposed thirteen measures to restrict business with companies profiting from the occupation of Palestinian territories. The proposal aims to pr...
Coalition and Denk want measures against companies profiting from occupation of Palestinian territories
Coalition parties Pro and D66, along with Denk, have proposed thirteen measures for the City of Amsterdam to pressure companies profiting from the occupation of Palestinian territories. The plan prior...
American tourists removed from hop-on hop-off bus by police: "A drone came inside"
Police evacuated a hop-on-hop-off bus near Amsterdam's Leidseplein after reports of a suspicious object prompted a large-scale security operation. Officers used a drone and a search dog to inspect the...
Explainer | How poorly Mette-Marit is doing: ‘She must be ready day and night’
Netanyahu: Attacks against Iran temporarily halted
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel has temporarily halted its attacks against Iran following a recent surge in violence. Netanyahu warned that Israel would respond with fu...
Norwegian Crown Princess's son finds it hard to be in custody during mother's illness
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, reportedly described his imprisonment as "unbearable" while his mother is seriously ill. These comments were shared by Norwegian med...
WHO chief praises Uganda's Ebola efforts during visit
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Uganda to praise the country's efforts in containing an Ebola outbreak. While the epicenter of the virus is in the neighboring Democratic Republ...
New French-German fighter jet will not happen
France and Germany have reportedly abandoned their joint project to develop a next-generation fighter jet. The decision comes after sources indicated that ongoing disagreements between the involved ai...
Israel says it will not stop action against Hezbollah
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon will continue. He emphasized that any attacks on northern Israel would trigger retaliatory strikes on...
Tight security for Trump's visit to the NBA Finals
Strict security measures have been implemented in New York for President Donald Trump's visit to the third game of the NBA finals on Monday. The event marks the New York Knicks' first appearance in th...
Man falls into sinkhole outside his home in Diemen
A man fell into a 1.5-meter deep sinkhole caused by a leaking underground pipe while walking into a house in Diemen on Saturday night. He escaped serious injury but suffered leg pain, and the street w...
Coalition adopts part of Amsterdam Palestine Referendum demands and increases pressure on companies profiting from occupation
Haarlem serious violence suspect to undergo psychiatric observation at Pieter Baan Center
A 33-year-old man suspected of causing serious physical injury in Haarlem may be sent to the Pieter Baan Centrum for psychiatric observation. The Dutch Public Prosecution Service requested the evaluat...
Poll: Little support in Ukraine for unconditional ceasefire
A study by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology reveals that over 60 percent of Ukrainians find a ceasefire along current front lines unacceptable without security guarantees or financial sup...
Aid organizations concerned about new escalation in the Middle East
Aid organizations, including CARE, have expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of violence in the Middle East. They emphasize that civilians are paying the highest price as the conflict int...
What does ‘home’ still mean in a world of conflict and displacement? Foam gives fifteen young photographers a platform
Observers: Armenia election went well despite interference
International observers reported that Sunday's elections in Armenia were largely successful despite attempts at Russian interference. The mission noted that the voting process generally proceeded well...
Lebanese archaeological complex damaged by Israeli attack
An Israeli bombardment on the southern Lebanese city of Tyre has damaged an ancient archaeological complex dating back to the Roman era. The site, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, was ...
Self-driving taxis will soon be available in London
Uber is preparing to launch a self-driving taxi service in London, with user registration opening this Monday. The robotaxis are expected to be operational in the English capital within the next few m...
Ukraine receives nearly six billion euros from EU for drones
The European Union will disburse the first 5.9 billion euro installment of a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine this month. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced that these funds are specifically...
Iran announces end of attacks on Israel
Iran has announced that its military operation against Israel has concluded for the time being. However, the country warned that future attacks will be more severe if Israel persists with its offensiv...
These Heemstede residents hope the village shows massive support for refugee housing on June 20. 'If you have enough, build a longer table, not a higher wall'
On June 20, World Refugee Day, residents of Heemstede will participate in a walk to advocate for the establishment of refugee housing in their village. The initiative 'Welkom in Heemstede' organized t...
Large area around Leidsebosje cordoned off due to suspicious situation involving tourist bus
Kallas: Drone wall on EU's eastern flank must be operational soon
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called for the rapid operationalization of a drone wall along the European Union's eastern flank following recent incidents in Latvia and Romania. During a press co...