Israeli attacks targeted an apartment building in central Beirut on Wednesday, according to Lebanese state media. It is currently unclear if there were any casualties, and the Israeli military has not yet commented on the incident.
A 41-year-old woman is standing trial for allegedly recruiting her minor son to plant an explosive at a residence in Haarlem, an attack that was thwarted by authorities in February. The suspect, who was under probation for a previous violent crime, denies the charges as prosecutors argue she provided detailed instructions and materials for the failed attempt.
During the second weekend of WorldPride in Amsterdam, over 170 reports of discrimination were filed with the organization Rita, more than double the number from the previous weekend. Organizers and local officials plan to evaluate these figures and discuss potential measures to ensure safety for the LGBTQ+ community in public spaces.
The municipality of Haarlem has released a draft 'Programma Bomen' aimed at protecting, managing, and expanding the city's tree population to improve local living conditions. Residents are invited to review the policy and provide feedback until September 27, 2026.
Dutch presenter Jan Roos has received death threats following criticism over sexually suggestive comments he made toward two underage girls in a video. Roos has dismissed the backlash as a witch hunt and characterized his remarks as a foolish joke.
Major oil companies, including BP and Saudi Aramco, have reported significant increases in quarterly profits due to rising oil prices. These price hikes were driven by geopolitical tensions between Iran and Israel and the subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.