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Jetten calls it ‘scandalous’ that Orbán keeps blocking progress

Jetten calls it ‘scandalous’ that Orbán keeps blocking progress

Dutch politician Rob Jetten criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for his repeated obstruction of European Union decisions during a recent summit. Jetten described Orbán's actions as scandalous and noted that the tense atmosphere during the discussions was intentional.

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Poll: Little support in Ukraine for unconditional ceasefire

Poll: Little support in Ukraine for unconditional ceasefire

A study by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology reveals that over 60 percent of Ukrainians find a ceasefire along current front lines unacceptable without security guarantees or financial support. The research highlights a lack of enthusiasm for an unconditional truce under current conditions.

State commission: politics too indifferent towards discrimination

State commission: politics too indifferent towards discrimination

Joyce Sylvester, chair of the State Commission against Discrimination and Racism, presented a final report criticizing the Dutch government and politicians for being too passive regarding racism and discrimination. The report argues that those in power who remain silent in the face of such issues effectively maintain the status quo.

Messenger Jenning de Sanger had to deliver mail across 350 km of hostile territory in 1574

Messenger Jenning de Sanger had to deliver mail across 350 km of hostile territory in 1574

In 1574, following the Spanish capture of Haarlem, Jan Jansz (known as Jenning de Sanger) was appointed as a merchant messenger to deliver mail across 350 km of hostile territory to Douay. This appointment continued Haarlem's long-standing tradition of utilizing specialized messengers to manage official and commercial correspondence.

Heemskerk at its most beautiful in photo exhibition in the Koetshuijs

Heemskerk at its most beautiful in photo exhibition in the Koetshuijs

Theo Schillemans, the current village photographer of Heemskerk, is showcasing his work in a photo exhibition throughout June and July. The exhibit is held at the Koetshuijs, located within the castle garden of Park Assumburg.