World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Imprisoned Flotilla activist Cerisa (24) kicked, beaten and humiliated: ‘It was worth it, I would go again’
Twenty-four-year-old Dutch activist Cerisa van Kesteren has returned to the Netherlands after being intercepted and detained while participating in a flotilla to Gaza. She reports being physically abu...
Oil prices fall more than 5 percent on Iran deal hopes
Oil prices have fallen by more than 5% amid hopes for a deal between the United States and Iran to end conflict. Additionally, Asian markets experienced slight gains following these developments.
Inmates protest against torture in Venezuelan prison
Hundreds of prisoners in the Venezuelan city of Barinas seized control of a prison on Sunday to protest against alleged torture. The inmates are demanding the resignation of the facility's director as...
Two swimmers drown off French coast due to strong currents
Two swimmers drowned off the French coast in the Gironde department after being swept away by strong currents. Local authorities confirmed the incident and highlighted the dangerous conditions in the ...
WHO reports 900 suspected Ebola cases in DRC
The World Health Organization reports that suspected Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of Congo have risen to 900. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated on Sunday that 101 cases have b...
Van Kalmthout sixth in Indy 500, victory for Swede Rosenqvist
Dutch driver Rinus 'Veekay' van Kalmthout achieved a career-best sixth-place finish at the Indy 500 on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The victory went to Sweden's Felix Rosenqvist following a compet...
Arab states condemn Ben-Gvir over treatment of flotilla
Eight Arab-Islamic nations have condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for his treatment of activists detained while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. Ben-Gvir rele...
Exit polls: far-right gains in Cyprus elections
Exit polls from Sunday's parliamentary elections in Cyprus indicate significant gains for far-right parties. Conversely, centrist parties that support independent President Nikos Christodoulides are e...
Two injured in major traffic accident on IJburglaan
Major three-car accident on IJburglaan, vehicle overturns
A collision involving three cars occurred at the intersection of IJburglaan and the A10 in Amsterdam East on Tuesday evening, causing one vehicle to flip onto a bicycle path. Two people were hospitali...
Armed robbery at tobacco shop on Jan Evertsenstraat
Armed robbery at tobacco shop on Jan Evertsenstraat, man flees on grandma bike
A man armed with a firearm robbed a tobacco shop on Jan Evertsenstraat in Amsterdam on Tuesday evening, threatening two employees and a customer. The suspect stole money from the register and fled on ...
Motorcyclist (68) from Santpoort-Noord dies in accident on A74
A 68-year-old motorcyclist from Santpoort-Noord died following a collision with another motorcycle on the A74 motorway near Tegelen on Sunday morning. Both riders were injured in the accident, and the...
Boy (13) dies after collision with motor scooter
A 13-year-old boy has died following a collision with a motor scooter on the Pieter Calandlaan in Amsterdam Nieuw-West on Tuesday evening. The 18-year-old driver was arrested after the incident, and p...
Red Cross distributes meals to asylum seekers in Ter Apel again
The Red Cross is distributing meals to asylum seekers at the registration center in Ter Apel this Sunday. The assistance is provided to individuals who are currently waiting for overnight accommodatio...
China sends astronaut to space for a year
Three Chinese astronauts launched to the Tiangong space station on Sunday to begin their mission. One crew member is scheduled to remain in orbit for a full year, marking a significant first for China...
Trump: Iran blockade in force until deal is signed
U.S. President Donald Trump has instructed his diplomatic representatives not to rush negotiations for a deal with Iran, asserting that time is on the side of the United States. He stated that the cur...
IJmuiden lock route closed for rest of weekend due to malfunction
The sluice complex in IJmuiden is closed for the remainder of the weekend due to multiple technical malfunctions that began on Saturday, May 23. This closure impacts both shipping and road traffic, sp...
Large police response to possible shooting in Velsen-Noord turns out to be fireworks
Police units responded in force to a report of a possible shooting on Andreaweg in Velsen-Noord on Sunday afternoon. Upon investigation, officers determined that the sounds were caused by fireworks ra...
Israeli media: Trump promises to stick to nuclear demands
U.S. President Donald Trump assured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call that any future agreement with Iran would require the dismantling of its nuclear program. This commitm...
Curtain falls for Ajax candidate Míchel, Daley Blind and Donny van de Beek: Girona relegated from La Liga
European leaders condemn Russia's use of Oreshnik
European leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron, have condemned Russia's use of an Oreshnik missile in Ukraine. The leaders described the deployment o...
'My strategy? Text manipulation': players from around the world at European Microsoft Excel Esports Championship
The European Microsoft Excel Esports Championship took place at the H20 venue in Purmerend, featuring competitors from around the world. Players used advanced strategies like text manipulation to solv...
Turkish authorities clear opposition headquarters
Turkish authorities have ordered the evacuation of the main headquarters of the opposition CHP party. This action follows a judicial ruling that dismissed party leader Özgür Özel from his position.
Dutch cabinet has yet to receive apology from Israel over flotilla treatment
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen stated that Israel has not yet apologized for the treatment of activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla. The request for an apology was formally made when the Israel...
Many casualties in train attack in southwest Pakistan
At least 24 people were killed and 50 others injured in a train attack in Quetta, southwest Pakistan. The train was transporting military personnel and their families to Peshawar when it was rammed by...
Major damage feared after Garden Grove tank explosion
U.S. authorities have issued a warning that a potential chemical tank explosion in Garden Grove could result in significant damage to the surrounding area. A hazard map released by the LA Times illust...
Over 160 prisoners evacuated after fire in Vught prison wing
More than 160 prisoners were evacuated from the PI Vught prison following a fire in a laundry room on Saturday evening. The entire wing was cleared due to significant water damage, and the inmates hav...
Ajax can embrace the Conference League: why Europe’s lowest level would be a blessing for rebuilding
Kremlin confirms massive missile attack was retaliatory strike
The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed that its massive missile and drone attack over the weekend was a retaliatory strike for Ukrainian drone attacks on civilian targets in the Luhansk region. Rus...