Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Taylor Swift has song removed from Trump TikTok video
Taylor Swift has requested the removal of her song 'August' from a TikTok video posted by former U.S. President Donald Trump. The track was used in the video without her authorization.
Belgian government blocks Chinese takeover of helicopter company
The Belgian government has blocked the acquisition of the helicopter company Noordzee Helikopters Vlaanderen (NHV) by a Chinese firm. Officials cited concerns that the sale would lead to the loss of c...
Gilano H. from Wild West-style shooting at Zaandam hospital arrested in Ghana
Dutch national Gilano H. was arrested in Ghana while attempting to smuggle 6 million euros worth of cocaine. He was previously wanted by authorities in connection with a shooting at an emergency depar...
Former minister deliberately waited until after elections to scrap labor migration plan
Former Minister of Social Affairs Mariëlle Paul deliberately delayed the announcement of the cancellation of an labor migration plan until after last year's elections. Internal documents revealed by ...
Public Prosecution Service demands 12-month prison sentence for causing explosion at Zuidas Atrium
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 12-month sentence for a 17-year-old boy accused of causing an explosion at the Atrium office complex on the Zuidas in mid-March. The suspect, whose case w...
Israeli settler prosecuted for death of Palestinian who made documentary on West Bank
For the first time, an Israeli settler has been charged with reckless homicide in the death of Palestinian journalist Awdah Hathaleen on the West Bank. Hathaleen had contributed to the documentary 'No...
Drought alert leads to unique measures, but highest crisis phase remains absent today: why?
Dutch water boards are implementing unique local and regional measures to combat drought. However, the government has decided not to declare the highest crisis phase, as the energy and drinking water ...
Literally not a day goes by without a potential tragedy at Europe's external borders
Experts criticize sale of rental properties: 'Government has smoked out the rental sector'
Two years after the implementation of the Affordable Rent Act in the Netherlands, experts observe that landlords are selling off their properties en masse. Critics argue that government policies have ...
Mayor closes house following drug discovery
On July 15, 2026, the mayor of Haarlem ordered the closure of a residence on Clothildestraat for one year following a police raid that uncovered drugs, weapons, and drug-trafficking equipment. The res...
Interest on frozen Russian assets in Europe yields 8 billion euros for Ukraine
Frozen Russian assets held in European accounts have generated 8 billion euros in interest. The European Commission plans to loan this amount to Ukraine, with President Ursula von der Leyen stating th...
38 reports of demolition, tree felling, and traffic in Haarlem last week
Last week, the municipality of Haarlem processed 38 permit applications related to demolition, tree felling, and traffic. Residents are encouraged to review the list of specific projects occurring wit...
Over 170 reports of discrimination during second weekend of WorldPride in Amsterdam
During the second weekend of WorldPride in Amsterdam, over 170 reports of discrimination were filed with the organization Rita, more than double the number from the previous weekend. Organizers and lo...
Join the conversation about trees in Haarlem
The municipality of Haarlem has released a draft 'Programma Bomen' aimed at protecting, managing, and expanding the city's tree population to improve local living conditions. Residents are invited to ...
Jan Roos receives death threats following sexual comments about teenage girls
Dutch presenter Jan Roos has received death threats following criticism over sexually suggestive comments he made toward two underage girls in a video. Roos has dismissed the backlash as a witch hunt ...
Slap on the wrist: Bloemendaal must enforce regulations at Vogelenzang campsite
The Bloemendaal appeals committee has advised the municipality to enforce zoning laws against the construction of 350 chalets at the former Vogelenzang campsite. The committee found that the project, ...
How camera surveillance works in the Delflandplein neighborhood: drug user fined nearly 500 euros
Surveillance cameras in the Delflandpleinbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam have led to the fining of a drug user caught consuming hard drugs in public. Local authorities and police report ongoing challe...
US strikes deal with companies to triple Patriot missile production
The United States Department of Defense has reached an agreement with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to triple the production of Patriot missiles. This initiative aims to increase the manufactur...
Port workers to strike over social security cuts
Hundreds of port workers in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Zeeland plan to strike on September 4th. This industrial action is a protest against the cabinet's proposed budget cuts to social security.
OM: Sophie Straat’s ‘white men to the back’ statement is not punishable
Linden tree misery in Haarlem continues: over 2,700 people sign petition
A conflict in Haarlem regarding the placement of linden trees in the Zijlstraat continues as over 2,700 people signed a petition to keep them. While a property owner argues the trees block the view of...
Both suspects in Dam Square monument vandalism released
Two suspects arrested for vandalizing the National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam have been released while awaiting trial in November. The monument was defaced with graffiti and lipstick slogans ...
If Amsterdam is unable to protect the National Monument on Dam Square, let’s move it
Japan confirms US support for efforts to recover historic yen lows
Japan and the United States have conducted a joint currency market intervention for the first time in fifteen years to address the yen reaching a forty-year low. This measure was taken after the Japan...
Massive Attack responds to Singapore police action following pro-Palestinian slogans
The band Massive Attack has expressed disappointment and surprise after Singaporean authorities detained them and imposed an entry ban following pro-Palestinian statements made during a performance. T...
Police investigate flyers with Amsterdam municipal logo warning of Israeli soldiers in the city
When Jesse Klaver starts acting spoiled as a teenager, his cousin puts him to work in the shop
Jesse Klaver, leader of the Dutch GreenLeft party, grew up with his grandparents and worked in his cousin's shop during his youth. Although influenced by his grandfather's ideals, he harbored childhoo...
National Monument on Dam Square defaced with blue paint, area cordoned off
The National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam was vandalized with blue paint on Sunday morning, featuring slogans such as 'Stop the human traffic.' Police have cordoned off the area to investigate ...
National Monument on Dam Square defaced with slogans about human trafficking
More police presence during Canal Parade: "I'm happy with it"
Increased police presence and security measures, such as armored vehicles and concrete blocks, were implemented during the Canal Parade in Amsterdam. These safety precautions follow recent security co...