World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Israeli officials: US knew about gas field attack
Three Israeli officials reported that the United States was consulted prior to attacks on a major gas field in Iran. This contradicts assertions made by President Donald Trump on social media that the...
Qatari gas supply under pressure for years due to damage from Iranian attacks
Recent attacks from Iran have caused permanent damage to Qatar's LNG installations, which QatarEnergy warns could take years to repair. This disruption is expected to have long-term consequences for t...
KLM suspends flights to Dubai, Riyadh and Dammam until May 17
KLM has suspended all flights to Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam until May 17 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This decision impacts routes from the airline's hub in the Netherlands to both t...
Eurozone interest rate remains unchanged amid Iran unrest
The European Central Bank has kept the eurozone's key interest rate unchanged at 2 percent for the sixth consecutive time. This decision, made amid unrest in Iran, also saw the bank lower its economic...
Netherlands and allies 'ready' to assist in Strait of Hormuz
The Netherlands and five major allies, including the United Kingdom and Germany, have announced their readiness to support efforts in protecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. This joint state...
Starmer condemns Iranian attack on Qatar gas facility
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly condemned an Iranian attack on a gas facility in Qatar that occurred on Wednesday night. QatarEnergy reported significant damage and multiple fires at ...
Airlines warn ticket prices will rise due to Iran war
Major European airlines warn that flight ticket prices will increase as jet fuel costs rise due to the conflict in the Middle East. Travelers can expect higher fares as a direct result of these increa...
US Defense Secretary: we will finish the war in Iran
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the United States will continue military operations in Iran until all objectives are met. Hegseth stated that the U.S. plans to conduct its largest n...
Mediators try to save new European fighter jet
France and Germany have appointed mediators to resolve a dispute between manufacturers and save their joint project for a new European fighter jet. The mediators have been given one month to reach an ...
Danish media: Soldiers in Greenland prepared for US invasion
Danish media reports that Denmark secretly prepared to repel a potential U.S. invasion of Greenland in January. While publicly framed as a military exercise, insiders claim the operation was actually ...
Willem-Alexander and Máxima to stay overnight at White House during US working visit
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are visiting the United States for a meeting with President Donald Trump. During their working visit, the royal couple will dine and stay ove...
Chancellor welcomes Trump signals on Iran peace
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has welcomed signals from U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting a possible end to hostilities with Iran. Merz also noted that such a development could provide an oppo...
European Parliament takes step toward approving US trade deal
The European Parliament's trade committee has approved a portion of a trade agreement between the European Union and the United States. This decision brings the overall trade deal one step closer to f...
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Fundraising for US weapons for Ukraine behind schedule
European allies are falling behind schedule in raising funds for the PURL procurement program, which is designed to purchase essential American weapons for Ukraine. The initiative has currently failed...
Ajax player Tomiyasu back in Japan squad after nearly two years
Ajax defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has returned to the Japanese national team after nearly two years following a long-term injury. Tomiyasu, who joined the Amsterdam-based club in December, is set to fac...
Dutch gas supply not at risk, but winter reserves nearly empty: 'No problem yet'
According to gas network operator Gasunie, the gas supply for the Netherlands and surrounding countries remains stable despite recent attacks on installations in Qatar. While the Netherlands does not ...
Oil price rises by more than 10 percent due to Middle East war
The price of Brent crude oil rose by more than 10 percent on Thursday morning following conflict in the Middle East. This price hike is attributed to the ongoing war and recent Iranian attacks on ener...
World Indoor Championships schedule: Get ready for Lieke Klaver, Jessica Schilder and the relay teams
The World Indoor Athletics Championships will be held in Torun, Poland, from March 20-22, featuring Dutch athletes like Lieke Klaver and Jessica Schilder. Despite the absence of star runner Femke Bol,...
De Wever qualifies stance on buying Russian energy at EU summit
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever clarified his position on importing Russian energy ahead of an EU summit, stating he does not seek an immediate normalization of relations with Moscow. He specifie...
Haarlem residents Alain and Karin hesitated about their trip to Cuba but went anyway: ‘We are helping the Cubans, because every peso counts’
Alain and Karin Timmers from Haarlem decided to proceed with their trip to Cuba despite the country's worsening economic crisis and fuel shortages. They believe their visit supports the local populati...
European gas price jumps 35% after attack on massive Middle East gas fields
European gas prices surged by 35% on Thursday morning following attacks on gas installations in the Middle East. The price spike was recorded at the Amsterdam gas exchange, which serves as the benchma...
Oil prices continue to rise: petrol and diesel more expensive again in the Netherlands
Oil prices have increased following attacks on major energy facilities in the Middle East, including a key gas production site in Qatar. This has led to a subsequent rise in the recommended prices for...
French singer Patrick Bruel again accused of sexual violence
French singer and actor Patrick Bruel is facing new allegations of sexual violence from at least two women. According to reports from French media, the accusations include sexual assault, attempted ra...
Kevin Spacey settles with alleged sexual abuse victims
Kevin Spacey has reached a settlement with three men in the United Kingdom who accused him of sexual abuse, allowing him to avoid a new civil trial. The specific terms of the agreement have not been d...
Iran shells Qatar gas facilities again
Iranian missiles struck Qatar's primary gas production hub, Ras Laffan Industrial City, during the night between Wednesday and Thursday. This marks the second consecutive day of attacks by Iran on the...
Since Trump’s re-election, the EU is only getting ‘woker’: ‘That was exactly not the intention’
In response to the re-election of Donald Trump and a global conservative shift, the European Union is pushing forward with progressive plans to protect women's and LGBTQ+ rights. While intended as a s...
King talks with Curaçao residents about geopolitical tensions
King Willem-Alexander and State Secretary Eric van der Burg met with residents of Curaçao to discuss geopolitical tensions involving Venezuela. The meeting focused on the impact of these regional pre...
Macron calls for end to attacks on civilian infrastructure in Gulf region
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for an immediate halt to attacks on civilian infrastructure in the Gulf region following the shelling of gas production facilities in Iran and Qatar. Macron...
US considers deploying thousands of additional troops to Middle East
The United States government is considering the deployment of thousands of additional troops to the Middle East. According to reports from a U.S. official and other sources cited by Reuters, the poten...