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Sanne was a surrogate for her brothers-in-law and tips Rob Jetten: 'Rent a holiday home together during the maternity period'
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Minister now understands why Halsema did not intervene against Hamas banners: "No other option"
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema and Justice Minister David van Weel have reconciled after the Minister acknowledged that current laws prevented the Mayor from stopping pro-Hamas banners at an October 7 demonstration. Halsema noted that while the slogans were offensive, she acted within the boundaries of the law and called on the government to resolve long-standing legislative inaction regarding the glorification of terrorism.
Fatherhood is the next milestone for Prime Minister Jetten, he pays no mind to hostility
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has announced that he will become the first Dutch head of government to father a child while in office. The prime minister, who is the first openly gay leader of the country, had previously shared his desire to become a parent.