Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel has decided that pepperspray will remain a prohibited weapon, despite earlier considerations to legalize it for self-defense against sexual violence. The minister concluded that legalizing the spray would be too dangerous, as attackers could potentially seize it and use it against the victims themselves.
Police continued their search on Wednesday for a 30-year-old man who went missing near the Molenplas on Tuesday. Authorities reported that there are currently no new clues and many questions remain surrounding the disappearance.
The article highlights nine free activities in Amsterdam to help people save money while living in or visiting the most expensive city in the Netherlands. These zero-cost options provide residents and visitors with budget-friendly ways to enjoy the city when funds are tight at the end of the month.
Tallon Griekspoor defeated fellow Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp in the first round of the Rosmalen grass tournament with a score of 6-2, 6-7 (2), 6-4. The match concluded on Wednesday after being suspended due to rain the previous day.
The United States and allies, including the Netherlands, have issued a joint statement condemning alleged lethal conspiracies by the Iranian Quds Force. The statement claims that this elite foreign brigade of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has been planning operations across Europe, North America, and Australia.
Former Dutch Minister Wouter Koolmees revealed he experienced physical distress regarding the implementation of the COVID-19 curfew in January 2021. He expressed concerns that the measure would lead to societal polarization and draw painful comparisons to the country's occupation during World War II.