World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Man, 24, arrested for fatal shooting in Amsterdam
A 24-year-old man has been arrested following a fatal shooting at Koningin Wilhelminaplein in Amsterdam Nieuw-West that left a 19-year-old dead and a 21-year-old seriously injured. The police are cont...
Caught between Trump and Europe: The lonely position of NATO chief Mark Rutte
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is facing growing criticism in Europe due to his perceived unconditional support for Donald Trump. Critics express concern that Rutte's stance risks making Europe a p...
Buffy the Vampire Slayer star Nicholas Brendon dies at 54
American actor Nicholas Brendon, best known for his role in the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, passed away on Friday at the age of 54. He was widely recognized for his performance in the ...
From Sittard to Spain: Why Mitch Kolkman (23) chose a new start in Girona on the road to the LA Games
Mitch Kolkman, a 23-year-old triathlete from Haarlem, has moved from Sittard to Girona, Spain, to prepare for the upcoming season and the Los Angeles Olympics. Despite his transition to the new traini...
Which energy contract is best right now and how to keep costs under control
Rising energy and fuel prices are impacting consumers as the war with Iran disrupts global oil production and transport. The article explores strategies for managing household energy costs and selecti...
Municipality of Beverwijk pays council candidate Paul Klomp 9,500 euros per month for Ukrainian refugee shelter
The municipality of Beverwijk is paying entrepreneur and council candidate Paul Klomp 9,500 euros per month to rent a temporary shelter for Ukrainian refugees. Mayor Martijn Smit has stated that stric...
Firefighters rescue people from balconies in Voorburg fire
A fire broke out in an elevator shaft of a residential building in Voorburg early Saturday morning, causing smoke to spread throughout several floors. Firefighters evacuated residents from approximate...
WSJ: Iran fired missiles toward base in Indian Ocean
Iran recently launched two ballistic missiles toward the joint US-British military base on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean. The incident was reported by The Wall Street Journal, which cited informati...
Iran discusses Strait of Hormuz access with Japan
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Iran is willing to allow Japanese vessels to navigate the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks were made during an interview with Japan's Kyodo news ag...
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Unique behind-the-scenes look: how the Netherlands is trying to get 'Bolle Jos' extradited
The Dutch government is actively working on a plan to extradite drug criminal ‘Bolle Jos’ Leijdekkers, who has been living in Sierra Leone under the protection of the president. A reconstruction r...
Cyclist dies in collision with car in Putten
A cyclist died following a collision with a car on Beulekampersteeg in Putten, Gelderland, around midnight on Friday night. Despite the rapid arrival of emergency services, the victim could not be sav...
Trump considers scaling down military operations in Iran
President Donald Trump is considering scaling back military operations against Iran, claiming that the conflict is nearly finished. The military actions, which began three weeks ago in coordination wi...
US judge blocks new Pentagon press policy
A U.S. judge has blocked a new Pentagon press policy that would have barred journalists from coverage for publishing "unapproved" information. The judge ruled that public access to information is more...
German gas station displays wrong diesel price, customers want to fill 1,000-liter tanks
A pricing error at a gas station in Bünde, Germany, caused long queues overnight after diesel was mistakenly listed at just 1.20 euros per liter. Dozens of drivers flocked to the station to take adva...
Trump rules out ceasefire in Iran
US President Donald Trump has ruled out a ceasefire in Iran, stating that there is no reason to stop military actions while the United States and Israel are winning. Trump emphasized that the current ...
Large fire at Amsterdam storage facility under control
A large fire that broke out on Friday afternoon at a storage facility on the Nieuwe Hemweg in Amsterdam is now under control. Emergency services report that the situation is stable, though firefighter...
Halsema on attack on Jewish school: 'Has made people incredibly scared'
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema addressed a recent explosion at the Jewish primary school Cheider, describing it as an act of intimidation that has caused significant fear in the community. The incident...
Qatar expects gas production to restart only months after war
Qatar's energy minister stated that repairs to the country's largest gas field can only begin once the conflict with Iran concludes. The restoration process is expected to take several months before g...
Several controversial FvD members enter municipal councils
Several Forum for Democracy (FVD) candidates with ties to far-right organizations have been elected to Dutch city councils following recent electoral gains. Investigations by NRC and de Volkskrant hig...
Iranians gather for Persian New Year: "People who feel alone can join"
Iranians gathered at Museumplein in Amsterdam to celebrate the Persian New Year, Norooz, moving the traditional private celebration to a public setting for communal support. The event combined festive...
The festival of democracy?
The article discusses the societal pressure to view voting as a privilege and a civic duty during recent elections in the context of shifting global orders. It questions whether citizens are allowed t...
Fuel app usage explodes: Dutch flock to cheapest gas stations
Usage of fuel price comparison apps has surged in the Netherlands as citizens seek cheaper gas stations following price hikes linked to the Iran conflict. Despite the increased costs, road traffic rem...
US sends 2,500 additional marines to Middle East
The United States is deploying 2,500 additional marines to the Middle East according to reports from Reuters. While the troops could potentially be used for land operations in Iran, officials emphasiz...
US government wants money back from Harvard University
The U.S. government has initiated legal proceedings against Harvard University to recover billions of dollars in federal tax money. The lawsuit seeks to reclaim public funds from the prestigious insti...
Khamenei blames Israel for attacks on Turkey and Oman
Iranian leader Mojtaba Khamenei has denied responsibility for recent missile and drone attacks on Turkey and Oman, instead blaming Israel for the incidents. Khamenei claimed the attacks were "false fl...
Two 15-year-old boys arrested for explosion in Rotterdam-Delfshaven
Police have arrested two 15-year-old boys from Rozenburg and Spijkenisse in connection with an explosion at a residential building in Rotterdam-Delfshaven earlier this month. The arrests were announce...
New Chinese retail giant Joybuy promises everything, but isn't delivering yet
Chinese retail giant JD.com has launched its Joybuy platform in the Netherlands, offering a wide range of products from groceries to electronics. Despite the launch, retail experts remain skeptical ab...
Asylum seekers likely to stay allowed to work after three months
Asylum seekers in the Netherlands with a high probability of being granted residency will be permitted to start working after three months, halving the current six-month waiting period. This policy ad...
French jihadist sentenced to life for Yazidi genocide
French jihadist Sabri Essid has been sentenced to life in prison in absentia for genocide and crimes against humanity against the Yazidi minority in Iraq. He was found guilty of participating in the t...