Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
News channel: panic in Qatar after attacks
Attacks in the Middle East have sparked panic in Qatar, as reported by news outlet Al-Jazeera. Verified footage shows residents seeking safety following the recent developments.
Old Floradorp residents vote for neighbor's party: "Because that's not for the yuppies"
Longtime residents of Floradorp in Amsterdam are turning to the local party 'Stem van Amsterdam' for the upcoming municipal elections in response to gentrification and rising housing costs. Voters exp...
Oman mediator to US: This is not your war
Oman's Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi has criticized recent American and Israeli strikes on Iran, stating that such actions undermine mediation efforts and diplomatic negotiations. He warned that the...
Revolutionary Guard leader possibly killed in attacks
Israeli officials believe the leader of Iran's Revolutionary Guard may have been killed during recent attacks on the country. Reports indicate that the Iranian Minister of Defense and the intelligence...
Dozens of schoolchildren killed in rocket strike in southern Iran
Forty children were killed in a rocket strike in Minab, a city in southern Iran near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported the attack took place in an area situated near several...
Satellite images show destruction at ayatollah's home
Satellite images published by Al Jazeera and The Times of Israel show the destruction of multiple buildings at the residence of Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The current whereabouts of the Ayatollah...
Former Iranian crown prince calls attacks ‘humanitarian intervention’
Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last Shah, has characterized Israeli and American military actions against Iran as a "humanitarian intervention." He expressed his desire to return to the country soon ...
Russia demands end to attacks on Iran
Russia has called for an immediate cessation of attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran. The Kremlin urged a return to diplomatic and political solutions to resolve the ongoing regional confli...
Jetten calls willing parties bright spots
D66 leader Rob Jetten described political parties willing to cooperate with the minority cabinet as "rays of hope" during a party congress on Saturday. He emphasized this potential for collaboration a...
Israel counts 35 ballistic missiles from Iran so far
The Israeli military has reported that approximately 35 ballistic missiles were launched from Iran. While some of the missiles were successfully intercepted by air defense systems, others landed in op...
EU leaders call for maximum restraint
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU Council President António Costa have called for maximum restraint following concerning developments in Iran. In a joint statement, the leader...
Iran calls it a flagrant crime and seeks Security Council meeting
Iran has condemned recent attacks by Israel and the United States, labeling them a "flagrant crime." The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is now calling for an urgent meeting of the UN Security Cou...
Israel: Ayatollah and Iranian president targeted in attacks
Israeli attacks on Iran reportedly targeted Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to an Israeli official. It remains unclear whether these specific targeted ...
Attack on Iran no surprise for parties in Dutch Parliament
Dutch political parties in the House of Representatives stated that the recent attack on Iran was not unexpected. Several politicians are now questioning if the conflict will lead to the downfall of t...
Yeşilgöz: Safety of troops in the region is top priority
Dutch Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz has stated that the safety of Dutch military personnel in the Middle East is the government's highest priority. A limited number of Dutch soldiers are currently...
Iran confirms attacks on US bases in the region
The Iranian military has confirmed launching attacks against several United States military bases in the Middle East, specifically targeting facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab E...
EU foreign policy chief: Middle East developments dangerous
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has described recent developments in the Middle East as a serious threat to global security. She specifically highlighted concerns regarding ballistic missile and n...
Berendsen and Yeşilgöz visit Ukraine
Dutch Ministers Tom Berendsen and Dilan Yeşilgöz visited Ukraine on Saturday, marking their first official foreign trip since taking office earlier this week. The visit is intended to express solida...
Bitcoin falls after attacks on Iran
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced a sharp decline in value following Israel's announcement of a preemptive attack on Iran on Saturday. The market drop highlights the sensitivity of digita...
Iran urges population to move to safe cities
Iran's High National Security Council has urged citizens to relocate to safer cities as the government anticipates continued military strikes from Israel and the United States. The official announceme...
Israel calls up 20,000 reservists
Israel has mobilized 20,000 army reservists amid ongoing military conflict and retaliatory strikes between Israel and Iran. The call-up follows a series of direct attacks involving both nations.
Iranians try to flee Tehran over attacks
Large numbers of Iranians are attempting to flee the capital city of Tehran following Israeli and American airstrikes. Eyewitnesses report long queues at gas stations as residents seek to leave the ar...
Air raid sirens and explosions in Bahrain, home to US base
Air raid sirens and explosions were reported in Bahrain following a confirmed missile attack on a United States naval base. The base is located approximately 230 kilometers from the Iranian coast.
PM Jetten calls for restraint after attack on Iran
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten has called for restraint from all parties following reports of attacks on Iran by Israel and the United States. He delivered these remarks during a D66 party congress i...
Qatar intercepts Iranian missile
The Qatari military intercepted an Iranian missile, according to reports from Al Jazeera citing the country's armed forces. This incident occurred near a U.S. military base in Qatar that has been prev...
Persian network: people have fear and hope, mixed feelings
Pejman Akbarzadeh, chairman of the Persian Dutch Network, reports that Iranians in the Netherlands have mixed reactions to military actions by Israel and the US against Iran. Some view the strikes as ...
Extra news bulletins on NPO 1 and SBS6 after attacks on Iran
Dutch broadcasters NOS and SBS6 are airing extra news bulletins on Saturday morning following military attacks by Israel and the United States on Iran. These special broadcasts on NPO 1 and Hart van N...
Iranian Embassy in The Hague: 'US diplomacy is fake'
The Iranian embassy in The Hague has accused the United States and Israel of deceptive diplomacy, claiming that attacks on Iran were carried out shortly after a deal was proposed. The embassy stated o...
PM Netanyahu: Attack is opportunity for Iranians to seize power
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that joint military strikes by Israel and the United States against Iran could provide an opportunity for the Iranian people to take control of their o...
Berendsen calls to prevent further escalation
Following an attack on Iran, Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen has called on all involved parties to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation. He emphasized that maintaining stability in the...