Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has fled the country after being in hiding since January. His departure follows allegations of fraud in the presidential election, which saw incumbent President Yoweri Museveni declared the winner.
Paris has granted honorary citizenship to Palestinian citizens and journalists as a symbolic gesture of support for the Palestinian people's suffering. The announcement was made by Deputy Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire alongside the Palestinian representative in France, Hala Abou Hassira.
The Haarlem city council is debating a new coalition agreement proposed by PRO Haarlem, D66, and CDA. The plan focuses on building 15,000 homes, updating parking policies, and appointing new aldermen.
The Dutch Court of Audit reports that 10,000 serious criminal cases, including violence and sexual offenses, are currently not being investigated by the police. At least 3,000 of these cases remain untouched specifically due to a shortage of time and officers.
UN human rights chief Volker Türk has warned that an imminent offensive by the Rapid Support Forces on the Sudanese city of el-Obeid could have catastrophic consequences for civilians. Dozens of nations, including the Netherlands, have expressed urgent concern as the paramilitary group prepares to potentially seize the city.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong relationship with the United States despite tensions over a recent U.S.-Iran deal. The agreement aims to end conflicts in the Middle East, including Lebanon, though international reports suggest Israel is dissatisfied with the terms.