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Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Israeli army kills man in West Bank
The Israeli army killed a 26-year-old man and injured four others during an operation in Nablus on the occupied West Bank. The death was confirmed by the Palestinian Ministry of Health.
Two Dutch flotilla passengers arrive at Schiphol
Two Dutch activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, Osman Tastan and Anas Mohamad, arrived at Schiphol Airport from Istanbul on Monday afternoon. They were welcomed by approximately thirty supporters ...
Car heavily damaged by fire on Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem
A parked car was heavily damaged after catching fire on Sunday afternoon at Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem. A neighboring vehicle also sustained damage during the incident.
Dropped Sef: be silent on May 4, but speak out afterwards
Rapper Sef called on the Dutch public to observe silence on May 4th for war victims while urging them to speak out against international conflicts throughout the rest of the year. The appeal follows h...
French minister wants tougher action against illegal parties
French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez has pledged to take stricter action against illegal parties following an unauthorized rave in Southern France. The event, which began on Friday, attracted tens o...
Al Jazeera: Iranian peace proposal includes US non-aggression promise
Al Jazeera reports that Iran has submitted a three-phase peace proposal to the United States via Pakistan. The plan aims to transition a ceasefire into a permanent end to the conflict within thirty da...
Police officer injured during vandalism in IJsselstein
Police officers were targeted with fireworks during disturbances in IJsselstein on Saturday night. One officer sustained injuries after a firework exploded near his head, though he did not require hos...
IAEA requests access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant lab after drone attack
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has requested access to a laboratory at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine following a drone attack on Sunday. The facility is currently unde...
Driver arrested after collision at intersection in Uitgeest
Two cars collided at the intersection of Populierenlaan and Geesterweg in Uitgeest on Sunday afternoon. One of the drivers involved was arrested following the accident.
Willibrord Frequin boldly asked an indignant Prince Bernhard about the Lockheed allegations
Study: Far-right uses concerned citizens to grow
Research platform Justice for Prosperity reports that the far-right network Identitair Verzet is hijacking local protests against asylum seeker centers to expand its influence. The group is accused of...
Mayor: Brutal night in IJsselstein caused by 'scum'
Rioters caused significant damage to the town hall and an adjacent theater in IJsselstein during a night of violence. Mayor Ester Weststeijn condemned the actions of the vandals, describing the situat...
OPEC+ increases oil production in June, first decision after UAE departure
Opec+ member nations announced on Sunday that they will increase oil production starting in June. This decision marks the first major move by the group following the United Arab Emirates' recent annou...
Researcher: Wildfire risk not yet over
Researcher Gerbert Roerink from Wageningen University warns that the recent rainfall is insufficient to significantly reduce the risk of wildfires. He emphasizes that despite the wet weather over the ...
19-year-old man seriously injured in stabbing at WG-Plein
19-year-old man 'critically injured' in stabbing in courtyard near Eerste Helmersstraat
A 19-year-old man was critically injured in a stabbing incident that occurred in a courtyard near Eerste Helmersstraat in Amsterdam on Monday morning. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter...
Three arrested in the act after house burglary in Hoofddorp
Three men from Amsterdam, aged 22 and 23, were arrested on Saturday morning after being caught red-handed during a house burglary on Thomas Harriotlaan in Hoofddorp. The suspects were taken into custo...
Rubio to Vatican after Trump-Pope clash
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Italy and Vatican City next week to repair diplomatic relations following recent insults by President Donald Trump toward the Pope. The trip aims to ad...
The Greenhouse | Time to give this American bear a Dutch passport
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the increasing risk of wildfires in the Netherlands following recent events. He advocates for the development of a "fire culture" to improve national preparedne...
French brewer must stop 'John Lemon' beer after Yoko Ono complaint
A French brewer from Brittany has been forced to stop selling his craft beer named "John Lemon" after a complaint from Yoko Ono. John Lennon's widow objected to the pun, leading to the product being p...
Israel orders evacuation of eleven villages in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has issued evacuation orders for eleven villages in southern Lebanon, instructing all residents to leave immediately. The IDF stated that the move is necessary as it conducts stri...
Max Verstappen himself surprised by second place in Miami qualifying
Max Verstappen secured a surprising second place in the qualifying session for the Miami Grand Prix. The four-time world champion admitted he did not expect to achieve such a high starting position fo...
Taxi hits traffic light after collision with car in Beverwijk
A taxi and a car collided at the intersection of Plesmanweg and Alkmaarseweg in Beverwijk on Saturday night. One person was injured and treated at the scene by paramedics after the taxi crashed into a...
Bevrijdingspop to center on war and freedom in 2026: 'The new generation feels deeply about what is happening in the world'
The Haarlem festival Bevrijdingspop is shifting its focus to emphasize the importance of peace, security, and freedom in its upcoming edition. While still featuring popular music acts like S10 and Ban...
Large fire in the center of Hoogeveen
A large fire broke out in the center of Hoogeveen on Saturday night after a car fire spread to a nearby house on Jonkheer de Jongestraat. Local authorities from the Drenthe safety region reported that...
Trump: new airstrikes on Iran possible
US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that the United States might resume airstrikes against Iran. He made these remarks in response to a journalist's question while in West Palm Beach.
Jordan carries out airstrikes in Syria against drug trafficking
The Jordanian military conducted airstrikes in southern Syria's Sweida province targeting weapon and drug trafficking facilities. These operations were described by Jordan as a deterrence effort again...
Telstar earns impressive point at NEC after wild night of storms and a bicycle kick
Telstar secured a 1-1 draw in a challenging away match against NEC. The game was marked by a thunderstorm and a disallowed bicycle kick goal.
Thunderstorms cause local disruption
Severe thunderstorms moved into the Netherlands from the south on Saturday evening, causing localized disruptions across the country. One notable incident occurred in Nijmegen, where a football match ...
Illegal rave in France attracts tens of thousands of partygoers
An illegal rave on a military site in Southern France has attracted approximately 40,000 attendees. Authorities issued warnings about the potential danger of unexploded World War II ammunition present...