Hungary has announced it will gradually suspend gas transport to Ukraine until oil flow resumes through the Druzhba pipeline. The pipeline, which supplies Russian oil to Hungary via Ukraine, was previously damaged in an attack and has become a major point of contention between the two nations.
Zeeland-based fashion chain Omoda is acquiring the larger online department store Wehkamp, which has recently been operating at a loss. This transaction significantly expands the family-owned business, making it one of the largest online retailers in the Netherlands.
Two women suspected of severe child abuse in Stadskanaal will remain in custody for an additional 90 days following a decision by the Groningen district court. The Public Prosecution Service announced the extension on Thursday as the legal process continues.
Dutch inspections concluded that healthcare and security organizations failed in their management of a man who stabbed an 11-year-old girl in Nieuwegein last year. The report found that the suspect's care was substandard and his safety risks were significantly underestimated while he was experiencing a psychosis.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that military operations in southern Lebanon will continue despite reports of a ceasefire agreement reached in Washington. Katz warned that the military would resume strikes in Beirut if Hezbollah launches new attacks, as active fighting persists in the region.
The Dutch cabinet expects to provide extra purchasing power support next year to address concerns over rising inflation and potential instability in the Middle East. This financial package is also intended to help secure broader support for the country's 2027 budgets.