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Clarity at last for hundreds of Haarlem new homes facing nitrogen delays

The Haarlem municipality has released a list of housing projects, including hundreds of new homes, that are expected to face delays due to nitrogen regulations. Key affected sites include developments...

New climate lawsuit inevitable? Shell rejects Milieudefensie's 'unrealistic' demands

Shell has officially rejected new climate demands from the environmental organization Milieudefensie, labeling them as completely unrealistic. The energy giant's refusal to meet these latest requireme...

Forum under fire again, but no one in the party is losing sleep over it

The Dutch political party Forum voor Democratie (FvD) is facing criticism for including candidates with far-right backgrounds on its election lists. Despite the potential for boycotts following munici...

Jennifer (35) and Anthony (14): 'I am proud my mother is running in the elections'

The future US president found the Amsterdam school board narrow-minded

Iran's UN Ambassador: Iran does not want to close Strait of Hormuz

Iran's UN ambassador, Amir Saeid Iravani, stated that Iran does not intend to close the Strait of Hormuz, while asserting its right to ensure the waterway's security. He added that regional instabilit...

France: 6 soldiers wounded in drone attack in northern Iraq

Six French soldiers were wounded during a drone attack in northern Iraq, according to the French military. The injured personnel have been transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment.

Polish president vetoes EU defense plan access

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has announced his intention to veto legislation that would give Poland access to a European Union program designed to strengthen the continent's defense industry. The d...

Volt starts day with morning rave: People are being pushed out of the city

The political party Volt organized a morning rave in Amsterdam's Houthavens to campaign for the upcoming municipal elections and highlight the city's housing crisis. Lead candidate Juliet Broersen use...

Initiative to fill vacant office floors with tiny houses

Thomas van Leeuwen has proposed an initiative to build tiny houses on vacant office floors in Amsterdam to help address the housing shortage. The project aims to utilize 600,000 square meters of empty...

Israel reports new attacks on Tehran

The Israeli military has announced a new wave of airstrikes targeting the Iranian capital, Tehran. According to the IDF, the strikes are focused on infrastructure belonging to the Iranian regime.

Curaçao organizations concerned about damage to historical heritage

Several heritage preservation organizations in Curaçao have sent a letter to UNESCO expressing serious concerns about construction projects in Willemstad. They argue that these developments are leadi...

Sytze Rijpkema (Ja21) wants bridges over the IJ at the expense of art and culture: The cheese slicer method

Ja21 lead candidate Sytze Rijpkema proposes constructing two bridges over the IJ river in Amsterdam by reallocating funds from the city's arts and culture budget. Rijpkema suggests a broad reduction i...

Veteran and young blood side by side at De VrijeLijst in Castricum. Will Sibren be the new Ron de Haan?

Veteran politician Ron de Haan has rejoined De VrijeLijst in Castricum, the party he co-founded twenty years ago. He is working alongside newcomer Sibren de Weerd-Van Velzen as the party aims to blend...

Controversial solar farm near Schiphol to get 230,000 new panels

230,000 new glare-resistant solar panels are being installed at a solar park near Schiphol Airport to replace previous ones that blinded landing pilots. The 14-million-euro replacement project is fund...

National Coordinator develops plan against Muslim discrimination

Rabin Baldewsingh, the National Coordinator against Discrimination and Racism, has announced the development of a national plan to combat Muslim discrimination. The initiative was revealed during an i...

US says it hit 6,000 targets in Iran

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that American forces have struck 6,000 targets in Iran since the beginning of the conflict. Additionally, more than ninety Iranian vessels, including thirty min...

Romania and Ukraine to jointly produce drones, strengthen energy ties

Romania and Ukraine have reached an agreement to jointly manufacture drones. The two nations also intend to strengthen their cooperation in the energy sector to ensure a more secure supply.

Jetten cabinet under fire from left and right over Iran war

The Dutch cabinet, led by Prime Minister Jetten, is facing criticism from both left- and right-wing political parties regarding its stance on the conflict in Iran. Opposition parties and the public ar...

Iran denies laying mines in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi has denied allegations that the country is laying sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz. The statement follows U.S. claims of disabling sixteen minelay...

Prince Constantijn’s views draw attention: Should not interfere in politics

Prince Constantijn's recent comments on politically sensitive issues have drawn criticism from Dutch Members of Parliament, who argue he should avoid attacking the government. Lawmakers expressed that...

Klaver feels ‘cheated’ by Yeşilgöz over Evertsen cannon

GroenLinks-PvdA leader Jesse Klaver has accused Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz of withholding information regarding a malfunctioning cannon on the frigate Zr. Ms. Evertsen. The issue arose during a...

Cabinet working on official deportation halt for Iranian refugees

The Dutch cabinet is preparing a formal moratorium on asylum decisions and deportations for Iranian refugees due to the ongoing conflict in Iran. Prime Minister Rob Jetten announced that Asylum Minist...

Sander Leppink of Coornhert is Teacher of the Year 2026: 'This is the only class where I can always pay attention'

Sander Leppink, a history teacher at the Coornhert Lyceum, has been named Haarlem's Teacher of the Year for 2026. He was surprised with the award and a celebration in his classroom by local officials ...

'What difference would my vote make?' Mints and pizzas fail to convince Velsen youth to vote

A delegation of young politicians held a debate in Velsen-Noord to encourage local youth to participate in upcoming elections. Despite efforts including snacks and discussions, many young attendees re...

Israel carries out strikes in central Beirut

Israel conducted airstrikes in central Beirut, targeting the Bachoura district near the Lebanese Prime Minister's office and parliament. The operation specifically aimed at Hezbollah, the Iran-backed ...

Fuel prices soaring, but it’s not as bad here: I come here specifically

Fuel prices in Amsterdam and surrounding areas have risen to between 2.10 and 2.45 euros per liter following increased geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Many motorists are traveling to cheaper...

Minister: several hundred still want repatriation from Middle East

Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen reported that several hundred Dutch travelers are still awaiting repatriation from the Middle East, primarily from the United Arab Emirates. Dozens more remain str...

Oil prices remain stubbornly high due to war (and that is exactly what Iran wants)

Global oil prices remain high despite dozens of countries releasing strategic reserves for the first time since the invasion of Ukraine. Experts predict that oil market uncertainty will persist until ...

Between Art and Choice: party leaders create political street art

Political party leaders in Amsterdam are participating in a project called 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' at the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam-Noord. The participants create street art to represent their politic...