Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Thousands of protesters march in Amsterdam on Labor Day
Amsterdam households also face waiting list for heavier power connections soon
Hundreds of arrests reported in Turkey during May Day demonstrations
Hundreds of people were arrested in Istanbul during International Workers' Day demonstrations as Turkish police used tear gas to disperse crowds. The arrests occurred amid widespread unrest at May 1st...
Iran sends new peace proposal to US via Pakistan
Iran has submitted a new peace proposal to the United States through Pakistan acting as a mediator. This follows an earlier plan from Tehran that was not accepted by the U.S. government.
Europeans demonstrate on Labour Day
Demonstrations were held across Europe on Friday to mark Labor Day, with significant turnouts reported in French cities such as Marseille and Lyon. Local authorities in Nantes reported that some prote...
Chinook helicopter lands in Amsterdam during training flight
A Dutch Royal Air Force Chinook helicopter landed at the Marineterrein in Amsterdam on Wednesday morning as part of a scheduled training flight. After a brief five-minute stop, the transport helicopte...
Fertilizer chief warns global food production under pressure from Iran war
Svein Tore Holsether, the CEO of fertilizer producer Yara, warns that conflict in Iran could severely disrupt global food production, potentially costing up to ten billion meals per week. He emphasize...
Russian filmmaker loses Oscar due to strict airline rules
Russian filmmaker Pavel Talankin has lost the Oscar statuette he won for the film 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' after it was confiscated at JFK Airport. Security personnel seized the award as a potential...
Conrad Shipyard is too special to be demolished after all
The article presents a weekly poll inviting readers to share their views on the potential demolition of the historic Werf Conrad site. It suggests that the location may be too significant to be torn d...
Minister pushes through fatbike plan: what are its chances? ‘Just prove the bike is the problem’
Dutch Minister Vincent Karremans is moving forward with a plan to introduce specific regulations for fatbikes, including a minimum age requirement and area-specific bans. Experts have expressed skepti...
Referendums in Amsterdam are more often a political tool than a popular vote
‘I prefer writing in the back of a covered wagon’: Author Tommy Wieringa on joining convoys to Ukraine
Author Tommy Wieringa will speak in Bloemendaal on May 9 about his experiences delivering defensive aid to Ukraine. He frequently participates in humanitarian convoys to the war-torn country and uses ...
Israel deports detained Flotilla activists to Greece
Israel has dropped off dozens of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla in Crete after intercepting their humanitarian aid mission to Gaza. While most were released on the Greek island, two individu...
Dutch Tax Administration receives record 10.7 million tax returns
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration received a record 10.7 million tax returns from individuals and businesses before the May 1 deadline. This total surpasses the previous record of 10.5 million ...
Emergency order in Weert to give fire department space
An emergency ordinance was issued in Weert on Thursday night to provide firefighters enough space to extinguish an ongoing wildfire. The ordinance remains in effect through Friday as emergency crews c...
Russia reports another Ukrainian attack on Tuapse port
Ukrainian forces launched another attack on an oil terminal in the Russian port of Tuapse, according to local authorities. This marks the fourth strike on the facility within the past two weeks.
Cycle path along N208 near Haarlem a step closer
The province of North Holland and the municipalities of Haarlem and Velsen have selected a preliminary design for a new fast cycling route along the N208. The chosen 'roadside variant' will create a c...
Fatbike seller sues Enschede over fatbike ban
Fatbike retailer La Souris is suing the municipality of Enschede to challenge a ban on fatbikes in the city center. The company argues the ban is discriminatory for distinguishing between fatbikes and...
State Secretary Boswijk expects changes to Defence protocols
State Secretary Derk Boswijk expects the Dutch Ministry of Defense to adjust its protocols for military exercises during dry periods following recent wildfires. While a final decision awaits the resul...
Mbarki and Halsema defend Shell's participation in Amsterdam Economic Board
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema and Alderman Sofyan Mbarki have defended Shell's membership in the Amsterdam Economic Board despite calls from political opponents to remove the company. They argued that...
Man suspected of planning attack on Princess Amalia and Alexia
A 33-year-old man is suspected of preparing an attack on Princesses Amalia and Alexia in February. The first preliminary hearing in the case is scheduled to take place at the court in The Hague on May...
London stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
A man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing two Jewish individuals in London on Wednesday. Police have officially classified the attack as a terrorist incident.
Why the cabinet is padding Extinction Rebellion's coffers
This episode of the Politiek Dichtbij podcast addresses listener questions during the Dutch parliamentary recess. The discussion explores topics including financial connections to Extinction Rebellion...
Trump lifts Scotch whisky tariffs after royal visit
Donald Trump has removed import duties on Scotch whisky following a dinner with King Charles and Queen Camilla on Thursday. The President-elect stated that the royal couple influenced his decision wit...
Anti-jihadist force bombs Mali insurgents
The joint military force of Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali conducted airstrikes against rebel positions in northern Mali. These actions follow recent attacks by anti-jihadist groups and Tuareg rebels o...
Mystery of the missing time solved, but return of Wijk aan Zee clock remains uncertain
The mystery of the missing clock hands at the Sterhalte in Wijk aan Zee has been resolved after a local council member noticed their absence. However, it remains uncertain whether the clock will be fu...
Fire after fire: what will be left of nature? ‘We have long been urging to retain more rainwater’
Recent wildfires in Epe, Oirschot, and Noordwijk have raised concerns among Dutch nature conservation organizations about the impact of prolonged drought on natural areas. Experts are advocating for i...
Police: Violence against officers became more frequent and severe last year
The Dutch police reported an increase in violence against officers last year, with 12,896 recorded incidents. Additionally, authorities noted that the nature of the violence used against police person...
Execution in Texas despite support from rappers
James Broadnax, 37, was executed by lethal injection in Huntsville, Texas, for the 2008 robbery and murder of two men. The execution was carried out despite support from public figures who advocated f...
US warns allies over support for Gaza flotilla
The United States has expressed support for Israel following the interception of an aid flotilla destined for Gaza. Washington issued a warning to its allies, labeling the mission a meaningless politi...