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You’d think all Cubans hate Trump, but after 60 years of dictatorship, the oil boycott seems like a unique opportunity

Many Cubans support Donald Trump’s oil boycotts, viewing them as a potential catalyst for change after 60 years of dictatorship. Rather than blaming U.S. sanctions, citizens express deep frustration with their own government over political repression and a broken economic system where basic food costs exceed monthly wages.

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Warm words in Kyiv, but there is also a commercial interest at play: what is going on?

D66 Member of Parliament Sjoerd Sjoerdsma has traveled to Ukraine to lead a trade and aid mission amidst the ongoing Russian military aggression. Journalist Niels Klaassen is covering the visit, which explores the commercial motivations for engaging with the country during such a critical winter period.

Who will tell the French that austerity is truly necessary?

France is grappling with a severe economic downturn marked by high debt and political instability that hinders essential fiscal reforms. Widespread public opposition and a fractured parliament have made it nearly impossible to implement the budget cuts experts deem necessary to avoid a potential crisis for the European Union.

Britons in cheaper housing to receive £100 for high energy costs

The British government is providing a 100-pound payment to twenty million residents to offset high energy costs, funded by increased taxes on various sectors. Meanwhile, the Netherlands is establishing a nearly 200-million-euro emergency energy fund to assist half a million low-income households starting in January.

Dutch companies must help Ukraine through the winter: millions in extra government subsidies

The Dutch government is providing 191 million euros in subsidies to help Dutch companies support Ukraine's energy infrastructure and facilitate business reconstruction. Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma announced the funding during a visit to Kyiv, highlighting that Dutch businesses will be incentivized to assist with essential repairs and long-term recovery projects.

Vocational workers feel left behind: 'Living in a different reality'

Research from the SCP reveals that many practically educated Dutch citizens feel socially and politically disadvantaged compared to university graduates. This group, often feeling disconnected from policymakers, advocates for better representation and recognition to address growing frustrations over economic and cultural issues.