Iranian missiles struck Qatar's primary gas production hub, Ras Laffan Industrial City, during the night between Wednesday and Thursday. This marks the second consecutive day of attacks by Iran on the facility.
Gas storage replenishment in the Netherlands is progressing significantly slower than last year, with reserves at 16% on June 1st compared to 38% at the same time a year ago. High summer prices, which are currently nearly equal to winter prices, have made it financially unattractive for companies to purchase gas for storage.
The municipality of Haarlem paid 47,627 euros in penalty payments last year due to delayed decision-making, marking a tenfold increase over the past five years. City officials attribute the backlog to high staff turnover and have promised to address the issues.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has criticized the new ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon, labeling the agreement a "big mistake." His remarks highlight internal government opposition to the truce brokered between the two nations.
Cypriot Migration Minister Nicholas Ioannides stated in Luxembourg that most EU member states are prepared for the implementation of the new asylum and migration pact. However, he cautioned that the process is expected to face challenges as it begins.
A car was found abandoned in a ditch along the Kromme Spieringweg in Vijfhuizen on Thursday night. Police searched the surrounding area, but no occupants or related individuals were located.