World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Trump administration withdraws autism drug recommendation
The Trump administration has retracted its recommendation for using leucovorin to treat autism, citing a lack of sufficient evidence for its effectiveness. This decision marks a reversal of previous g...
Reuters: first days of war cost US $5.6 billion
The White House has informed Congress that the first two days of U.S. military operations against Iran cost the government 5.6 billion dollars. This financial information was reported by Reuters based...
Kung fu and backflips: Dancing robots are the stars of China, but what else can they do?
China is showcasing its advanced humanoid robots that can perform synchronized dances, kung fu, and backflips to demonstrate its technological progress in robotics. These robots are being utilized by ...
'China wants to erase us': Tibetans claim their land with an ancient world map
Dutch Tibetans unveiled an ancient European world map showing Tibet during a demonstration at Amsterdam's Dam Square on March 10. The protest aimed to counter Chinese efforts to erase Tibet's history ...
indebuurt is looking for Haarlemmers who moved abroad
The local news platform indebuurt is searching for former Haarlem residents who have moved abroad to share their stories of adventure. They are calling for people who left the city for a new life in a...
Canada steps up security at US and Israeli embassies
Canada has increased security measures at U.S. and Israeli embassies and consulates throughout the country. This decision follows a shooting incident at the American consulate in Toronto.
Inspection: Unclear if astronauts will survive moon mission
NASA's plans to send humans back to the moon face potential delays following safety concerns raised by the agency's inspector general. A recent report warns that it is currently unclear if astronauts ...
BBB switches to Meloni’s more right-wing group in European Parliament
The Dutch party BBB is moving its affiliation in the European Parliament from the center-right EPP to the more right-wing European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) group. This group includes Italian...
EU aims to deploy small nuclear reactors by 2030 for energy independence
The European Commission has introduced a new energy strategy that prioritizes investment in nuclear power to increase energy independence and stabilize costs. Starting in 2030, the European Union aims...
Israel wants 'no endless war' with Iran
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated that the country is not seeking an endless war with Iran. The declaration emphasizes that Israel does not want to remain in a state of prolonged military co...
Pieter Elbers resigns as CEO of IndiGo with immediate effect
Former KLM executive Pieter Elbers has resigned as the CEO of Indian airline IndiGo with immediate effect. His departure follows a period of significant operational chaos experienced by the carrier se...
Allies scrape together more Patriot missiles for Ukraine
Allies, including the Netherlands, are providing 35 additional Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine to help defend against Russian bombings. These resources were sourced from national stockpiles to...
Iran reports damage to historic palace after attacks
Iran has accused the United States and Israel of damaging the centuries-old Chehel Sotoun palace in Isfahan during recent attacks. A spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry urged the internation...
WHO warns of black rain in Iran after attacks
The World Health Organization has issued a warning regarding "black rain" in Iran following recent attacks on oil installations. This phenomenon occurs when smoke from the attacks carries oil particle...
Experts: Russian child deportations are crimes against humanity
An independent UN commission has concluded that Russia's deportation and forced transfer of Ukrainian children constitute crimes against humanity. The investigation into these practices was launched i...
Merz concerned Iran and US have no plan for war in Iran
German politician Friedrich Merz expressed concern that the United States and Israel lack a joint plan to end the conflict in Iran. He noted that the situation is becoming increasingly unclear due to ...
Household budgets hundreds of euros lighter due to energy crisis
Rising energy prices driven by geopolitical conflict are putting a significant financial strain on household budgets. A family of four with a car is estimated to pay over 600 euros more annually due t...
Embassy staff in Iran temporarily moved to Azerbaijan
Dutch embassy staff in Iran are being temporarily relocated to Baku, Azerbaijan, due to security risks. Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen announced the move on social media, citing the safety of personne...
US official: Most intensive attacks on Iran today
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the United States conducted its most intensive attacks against Iran to date on Tuesday. Hegseth stated that American military operations are escalati...
Trump may be open to talks with Iran
US President Donald Trump stated he is potentially open to negotiations with Iran, depending on specific conditions. This comes after nuclear program discussions were disrupted by recent US and Israel...
UN agency: nearly 700,000 people displaced in Lebanon
The UN refugee agency reports that approximately 667,000 people have been displaced in Lebanon due to Israeli attacks over the past week. This total includes 100,000 individuals who fled within the la...
Croatia and Hungary set gasoline price caps, other countries hesitate
Croatia and Hungary have implemented price ceilings on fuel in response to significant price increases driven by the conflict in the Middle East. These are the first European countries to intervene in...
Police action in Nieuw-Dordrecht in which man died ruled lawful
The Public Prosecution Service in the Northern Netherlands ruled that police acted lawfully during a 2023 incident in Nieuw-Dordrecht where a man died. An investigation by the National Criminal Invest...
Renovation of Belgian Palace of Justice rises to 600 million euros
The renovation of the 140-year-old Palace of Justice in Brussels is projected to exceed 600 million euros. The historic building has been under scaffolding for more than 40 years as modernization effo...
UN sees increasing serious violations in South Sudan
UN human rights chief Volker Türk has reported a significant increase in serious human rights violations during the conflict in South Sudan. More than 160 civilians have been killed by armed groups a...
Volkswagen faces high costs from US import tariffs
Volkswagen experienced a downturn in 2025, largely attributed to high costs arising from import tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. As a result, the German automaker announced plans to eli...
Azerbaijan sends aid to Iran after rising tensions
Azerbaijan has announced it is sending tons of food and medicine as aid to Iran following a period of heightened tensions between the two neighbors. The decision to provide assistance was made after a...
Costa warns: Russia is the only winner so far in Iran war
European Council President António Costa warned that Russia is the primary beneficiary of the conflict in the Middle East. He stated that rising energy prices boost Russia's war funding, while global...
Iran claims attacks on Israeli oil infrastructure in Haifa
The Iranian military claims to have launched drone attacks on oil refineries and fuel depots in the Israeli port city of Haifa. It is currently unknown if the strikes caused any significant damage to ...
European gas prices drop significantly after Trump remarks
European gas and oil prices saw a significant decline on Tuesday morning following statements made by U.S. President Donald Trump. Traders responded to the president's remarks suggesting that the conf...