haarlemsdagbladMar 19, 2026, 13:51

Netherlands and allies 'ready' to assist in Strait of Hormuz

The Netherlands and five major allies, including the United Kingdom and Germany, have announced their readiness to support efforts in protecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. This joint statement follows calls from the United States for international assistance in response to potential Iranian blockades. While previous interest was limited, the group now welcomes the initiation of preparatory planning for maritime security in the region.

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Bunq fined for late response to customer fraud complaints

The Dutch online bank Bunq has been fined 170,000 euros by the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The penalty was issued because the bank failed to respond in a timely manner to fraud complaints from seven customers who were victims of online scams.

Comedian Kor Hoebe to voice The Cat in the Hat in new animated film

Comedian Kor Hoebe has been cast as the Dutch voice actor for the lead character in the new animated film "The Cat in the Hat." The movie, based on the classic Dr. Seuss book, is scheduled to premiere in Dutch cinemas on December 2.

Netanyahu: Attacks against Iran temporarily halted

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel has temporarily halted its attacks against Iran following a recent surge in violence. Netanyahu warned that Israel would respond with full force should Iran initiate any further attacks.

Norwegian Crown Princess's son finds it hard to be in custody during mother's illness

Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, reportedly described his imprisonment as "unbearable" while his mother is seriously ill. These comments were shared by Norwegian media following a court hearing regarding his current detention.

WHO chief praises Uganda's Ebola efforts during visit

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Uganda to praise the country's efforts in containing an Ebola outbreak. While the epicenter of the virus is in the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda has recorded 19 confirmed cases and two deaths.