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Jetten: pace of preparations for Hormuz mission must increase

Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated during a press conference that preparations for the mission in the Strait of Hormuz must be accelerated. This would allow the coalition of nearly fifty countries to be...

Minister Karremans sets date for Lelystad Airport opening, now only needs a permit

Minister Vincent Karremans has set October 2027 as the target date for opening Lelystad Airport to holiday flights. The opening remains contingent on obtaining a nature permit, which is currently unfe...

Amsterdammers to be involved in new coalition negotiations

Amsterdam's forming coalition parties are involving residents in negotiations by selecting 75 randomly chosen citizens to participate in the formation process. Formateur Hendrik-Jan Biemond has also a...

Amsterdam residents to be involved in new coalition negotiations

The political parties PRO and D66 plan to involve Amsterdam residents in the formation of a new coalition agreement by inviting 75 randomly selected citizens to participate in discussions. Alongside t...

Going out with Amalia is wilder than with a minister

The Dutch cabinet is preparing measures to mitigate the economic impact of the conflict in Iran while facing internal political challenges in The Hague. The PVV is reportedly threatening to block its ...

Starmer: Dozen countries say they will contribute to Hormuz mission

France and the United Kingdom have announced that twelve countries have pledged support for a multinational mission to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The two nations will lead the operation...

Guterres at Peace Palace: international law under pressure

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that international law is under pressure during an event celebrating the 80th anniversary of the International Court of Justice in The Hague. The ceremony...

Role for ‘city formateurs’ from outside politics in formation of city government: ‘We know what people are facing’

Premier Jetten: Missed opportunity if Senate rejects asylum laws

Premier Rob Jetten is urging the Senate to approve new asylum laws during a vote scheduled for next week. He stated that it would be a missed opportunity if the legislation were to be rejected by the ...

Fewer aircraft noise complaints around Schiphol despite increase in flights

Hermans hopes opposition views healthcare plans as a whole

Health Minister Sophie Hermans is calling on opposition parties to view the government's healthcare proposals as a comprehensive package following the cabinet's agreement to increase the deductible. T...

Sybrand Buma to become new Vice President of the Council of State

Sybrand Buma, the current mayor of Leeuwarden and former CDA leader, has been appointed as the new vice president of the Council of State. He is scheduled to succeed Thom de Graaf in the position star...

Willem's dream comes true: fencing to prevent railway accidents

After years of delays, rail infrastructure manager ProRail has installed a safety fence along the tracks between Overveen and Zandvoort to prevent children and deer from entering the line. The project...

Broadcast journalist uncovers secret location of navy ship with a simple tracker

A journalist from Omroep Gelderland successfully tracked the secret location of the Dutch naval frigate Zr.Ms. Evertsen in the Mediterranean Sea using an inexpensive Bluetooth tracker. While Defense M...

Domus Plus homeless shelter stays out of the council chamber

The Haarlem city council has decided against holding a new political discussion regarding the construction of the Domus Plus shelter for homeless individuals and addicts in Haarlem-Oost. A majority of...

Trump pleased with Iran's announcement on opening Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed enthusiasm following Iran's announcement regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump shared his positive reaction in a post on his social media platf...

Oil prices fall 10 percent after Iran statement on opening Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices have dropped by nearly 10 percent following Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz has reopened for commercial shipping. The critical maritime passage had previously seen traffic sta...

Cabinet proceeds with deductible increase: 455 euros in 2027

Health Minister Sophie Hermans is pushing to increase the Dutch healthcare deductible by 70 euros, aiming for a total of 455 euros by 2027. The cabinet intends to secure parliamentary approval for the...

Iran opens Strait of Hormuz to all commercial shipping

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced the opening of the Strait of Hormuz to all commercial shipping during the current ceasefire. The strategic waterway had previously been closed by Iran...

How can Velsen intervene in traffic chaos? VVD submits council questions over Wijkertunnel roadworks

The VVD political party has submitted formal questions to the Velsen municipal executive regarding potential traffic chaos caused by the closure of entrance ramps to the Velsertunnel. The party is see...

COA cannot stop asylum boat shuttle bus and will discuss future with municipality

The COA attempted to cancel the shuttle bus service for residents of the MS Galaxy asylum boat in Amsterdam to encourage self-reliance among its occupants. However, the municipality blocked the move, ...

From elections to new administration: ‘Seeing what works for the city’

Pro Amsterdam and D66 are exploring the formation of a new city government in Amsterdam, aiming for a coalition agreement before the summer. The parties also plan to involve residents in discussions r...

Another man (27) sentenced to prison for Malieveld riots

A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in riots at the Malieveld in Den Haag last year. The court found him guilty of public violence at three different locations and the t...

Young people aged 16 and over to receive higher minimum wage in 2027

Starting January 1, 2027, individuals aged 16 to 20 in the Netherlands will receive a higher minimum wage. Social Affairs Minister Hans Vijlbrief is implementing the increase, which follows a plan est...

No criminal case against FVD over controversial videos

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) has dismissed several complaints against two campaign videos released by the political party Forum for Democracy (FVD). After evaluating four specific allegat...

Why you keep watching a politician you dislike longer: ‘Without emotion we wouldn't vote’

Gijs Schumacher, the new professor of political psychology at the University of Amsterdam, explains that all politicians use emotions to engage voters. His research suggests that politics and emotion ...

Time is running out for circular shop MooiZooi in Molenwijk: still no new premises

Sustainable neighborhood shop MooiZooi is still searching for a new location as its current building in Haarlem's Molenwijk district is scheduled for demolition. Founder Alice Taylor expressed the urg...

Increasing reports of shredded documents

Hungarian politician Péter Magyar reports an increase in claims regarding the destruction of official documents within government institutions. He specifically accused the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...

EU seeks to restore formal ties with Syria and ease sanctions

The European Union is planning to restore formal political relations with Syria to facilitate closer economic and security cooperation. According to reports, the EU also intends to further ease sancti...

Hezbollah warns Israel against violating ceasefire

Hezbollah has warned Israel that it remains ready to act if the current ten-day ceasefire, which began on Friday, is violated. The Lebanese group stated it still has its "finger on the trigger" despit...