Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Husam Alhasan’s family finally celebrates Ramadan together in Bussum after years of uncertainty
After three years of separation, Husam Alhasan has been reunited with his wife and two daughters who recently arrived in the Netherlands from Syria. The family is now celebrating Ramadan together in B...
Who needs sleep? Haarlem celebrates the night for a week
The fourth edition of the Week of the Haarlem Night will take place from March 2 to March 8, 2026. During this period, the city of Haarlem will transform into a playground for night owls, celebrating ...
British fighter jets take part in Middle East operations
British fighter jets participated in coordinated defensive operations in the Middle East on Saturday to protect British personnel and allies. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated the mission was intende...
Witnesses: explosion and smoke at famous Palm in Dubai
Witnesses reported hearing an explosion and seeing smoke rising near a hotel on the Palm Islands in Dubai. The incident occurred at a well-known location in the city, though no further details on the ...
Travel warning for Iraq, Israel, Lebanon and Palestinian territories
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a red travel advisory for Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, and the Palestinian territories due to extreme safety risks. Citizens are strongly advised not to trav...
Speed skater Conijn withdraws from Dutch Allround Championships in protest
Olympic silver medalist Merel Conijn withdrew from the Dutch Allround Championships in Heerenveen as an act of protest. After completing the 500-meter race, she decided not to participate in the 3000-...
Trump: freedom for Iran is the goal of the operation
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his primary objective regarding Iran is to secure freedom for the Iranian people. He expressed this goal during an interview with The Washington Post.
Viktoriia fled the war: The past four years really feel like a nightmare
Viktoriia, a 25-year-old Ukrainian refugee, has been living in Haarlem for four years after fleeing the war and leaving her family behind. She currently resides on a cruise ship and works at a local s...
Malieveld gathering turns into celebration over possible death of Khamenei
A demonstration against the Iranian regime at the Malieveld in The Hague turned into a celebration on Saturday following reports that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed in Israeli and US atta...
A coffee with Ozan Turkdogan (Anti-Racist Muslim Party): Activism is being a pain in the ass to others
Ozan Turkdogan, leader of the Anti-Racist Muslim Party, outlined his party's goals for the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam, including increasing the visibility of Islamic history and severin...
Israeli media: Increasing signs Khamenei has been killed
Israeli media reports suggest that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed during recent Israeli and U.S. airstrikes on Saturday. While anonymous sources claim there are inc...
Pro-Iranian militia in Iraq says it will target US bases
The pro-Iranian militia Kataeb Hezbollah has announced plans to target U.S. bases in Iraq following airstrikes on its positions. Official Iraqi sources report that the attacks resulted in two deaths a...
Democrats warn of wider conflict after attack on Iran
US Democrats have expressed concern over the Trump administration's military actions against Iran, warning of a potential large-scale conflict in the Middle East. The opposition fears that the United ...
CIDI: Attack on Iran is continuation of existential struggle
Naomi Mestrum, director of the Center for Information and Documentation Israel (CIDI), stated that the Israeli-American attack on Iran was anticipated following weeks of high alert. She described the ...
Choosing between the classic tournedos or chef's surprise, Het Graanpakhuis in Vijfhuizen even has fans from Lelystad (8+)
Het Graanpakhuis in Vijfhuizen is recognized for its menu that balances traditional classics like tournedos with creative dishes by chef Bob Goossens. The restaurant's reputation for quality, includin...
Iranians in the Netherlands follow attacks closely: 'People cheer but I hear their voices trembling with fear'
Iranians residing in the Netherlands have reacted with a mix of hope and anxiety following Israeli and American strikes on Iran this past Saturday. While some individuals see the military action as a ...
Yara is only 17 but eager to join the city council. A massive banner draws votes: 'My classmates aren't really into politics yet'
Seventeen-year-old Yara den Haan is running for a seat on the Heemskerk municipal council as a candidate for the Hart voor Heemskerk party. Despite being too young to vote herself, she aims to become ...
Iranian protest against regime at Malieveld Saturday afternoon
On Saturday afternoon, Iranians are demonstrating at the Malieveld in The Hague against their country's regime and recent military actions by Israel and the United States. Protesters seek to highlight...
KLM avoids Middle East airspace Saturday, Sunday still unknown
KLM has suspended flights over Middle Eastern airspace and cancelled several routes to cities such as Tel Aviv and Dubai as a precaution following attacks on Iran. The airline is currently monitoring ...
Was Verspronck’s ‘Girl in Blue’ named Catharina? Expert investigates further after reader tip
Johannes Verspronck’s famous 1641 painting, ‘Girl in Blue,’ will soon be exhibited at the Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem alongside portraits of her parents. Despite extensive research by expert Fr...