Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has dismissed reports of negotiations with the United States to end the war as "fake news." He claimed that President Donald Trump's assertions are intended to manipulate financial markets and provide a distraction from the challenges facing the U.S. and Israel.
Fashion retailer Zara has withdrawn its new World Cup-themed T-shirts from stores following a significant spelling error. The shirts incorrectly printed the name of the island as "Curaçau" instead of "Curaçao."
D66 MP Stephan Neijenhuis stated during a parliamentary debate that the party is open to exploring budget cuts outside of social security. This proposal serves as an alternative to measures previously withdrawn by the minority cabinet following pressure from trade unions.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a 50 million euro support package for Armenia following a call with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. The funding is intended to help Armenia offset trade restrictions threatened by Russia in response to the country's strengthening ties with the European Union.
Esther Ouwehand is stepping down as the leader and parliamentary chair of the Party for the Animals (PvdD), with Christine Teunissen set to take over the role. Ouwehand will remain in the House of Representatives as a Member of Parliament, focusing on agricultural issues.
Eight men across the Netherlands are suspected of drugging their partners, sexually abusing them, and sharing recordings of the acts in private online networks. So far, three victims have come forward to seek police assistance as authorities investigate the extent of the abuse.