An independent UN commission has concluded that Russia's deportation and forced transfer of Ukrainian children constitute crimes against humanity. The investigation into these practices was launched in 2022 shortly after the start of the Russian invasion.
Two years after the implementation of the Affordable Rent Act in the Netherlands, experts observe that landlords are selling off their properties en masse. Critics argue that government policies have effectively stifled the rental sector, leaving little room for profitability.
A suspect has been sentenced to 150 days of youth detention, mostly suspended, and 120 hours of community service for an explosion at a restaurant in the De Baarsjes area of Amsterdam last August. The court ruled that although the suspect claimed to have limited the explosive's potential, his actions created a life-threatening situation for residents living above the establishment.
On July 15, 2026, the mayor of Haarlem ordered the closure of a residence on Clothildestraat for one year following a police raid that uncovered drugs, weapons, and drug-trafficking equipment. The resident unsuccessfully challenged the decision in court, and the property will remain closed to restore public order and safety in the neighborhood.
Frozen Russian assets held in European accounts have generated 8 billion euros in interest. The European Commission plans to loan this amount to Ukraine, with President Ursula von der Leyen stating that Russia must contribute to covering the damages caused by the war.