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EU foreign policy chief says Ukraine should not give up Donbas

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that Ukraine should not be pressured into ceding territory, such as the Donbas region, to end the conflict. She warned that potential U.S. plans to suggest s...

Man beaten unconscious during bike robbery in Vondelpark

A man was assaulted and robbed of his bicycle in Amsterdam's Vondelpark on March 16, resulting in him losing consciousness after being attacked twice. Police are currently searching for the suspect an...

Donyell Malen in top form ahead of special milestone: 'Very special for a boy from a small village'

Donyell Malen is set to earn his 50th cap for the Netherlands national football team in an upcoming match against Norway. This milestone marks the first time he will start four consecutive internation...

Car overturned in accident on A4 near Schiphol, injury and lane closures

On Thursday afternoon, a collision involving at least two vehicles occurred on the A4 motorway near Schiphol Airport, resulting in one car overturning. At least one person was injured and transported ...

Underage fake police officer from Haarlem arrested thanks to alert intended victim

A 17-year-old from Haarlem was arrested on Wednesday for impersonating a police officer after an intended victim in Spanbroek alerted authorities. The victim recognized the scam during a phone call an...

Drugs, nuisance and shooting outside: Confuciusplein building must close for six months

Two suspects (17 and 30) arrested for massive fireworks that caused Ajax-Groningen to be abandoned

Police have arrested two suspects, aged 17 and 30, for inciting a massive fireworks display during an Ajax-Groningen football match on November 30. The incident, involving approximately 150 supporters...

Lukashenko gifts Kim Jong-un a rifle

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko presented North Korean leader Kim Jong-un with an automatic rifle during an official visit to Pyongyang. The two leaders met to sign a friendship treaty and e...

Save the Children: children in emergency shelters in unsafe situation

Save the Children Netherlands is calling for the immediate relocation of approximately 750 children currently residing in unsafe emergency shelters for asylum seekers. The organization states that the...

Israel claims to have killed about 700 Hezbollah members

The Israeli military claims to have killed approximately 700 Hezbollah members since the escalation of the conflict in Lebanon earlier this month. The ongoing war between Israel and Hezbollah continue...

Patrick Bruel also charged with sexual offense in Belgium

French singer Patrick Bruel is facing charges for an alleged sexual assault that took place in Belgium in 2010. The incident reportedly occurred at the RTBF public broadcaster building, as stated by t...

Rutte reminds angry US it concealed Iran attack from Europe

NATO chief Mark Rutte responded to criticisms from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the European response to the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Rutte stated that European allies need m...

Israeli minister claims death of Iranian Guard navy chief

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Alireza Tangsiri, the head of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard's naval forces, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Wednesday evening. The operation...

Pakistan resumes military operations against Afghanistan

Pakistan has announced the resumption of military operations against Afghanistan following the expiration of a temporary ceasefire. The pause in attacks had been observed by the Pakistani Foreign Mini...

Iran allows Malaysian oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Iran has agreed to allow Malaysian oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The decision follows high-level discussions between Ibrahim a...

Brussels intervenes: major porn sites fail to protect children enough

The European Commission has filed charges against major pornographic websites, including Pornhub and Stripchat, for failing to adequately prevent children from accessing their content in violation of ...

South Africa: G7 summit invitation withdrawn under US pressure

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that his country's invitation to the upcoming G7 summit in June has been withdrawn. He alleged that France, the host nation, made this decision due to pr...

Building on Confuciusplein closed for six months after discovery of cocaine, hashish, cigarettes, vapes and alcohol

Mayor Halsema has ordered the six-month closure of a building on Confuciusplein in Amsterdam following a police raid that uncovered cocaine, hashish, illegal vapes, and cigarettes. The premises were b...

Exploding scuba tank killed diving instructor, prosecutors demand fine: ‘The valve didn't actually fit’

Trump angry at Iranian stance on negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed frustration with Iran's public stance regarding negotiations to end conflict. While Trump claims Iranian officials are privately seeking a deal, he criticized...

Over 250 parrot hatching eggs seized at Schiphol

The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) seized 261 parrot hatching eggs at Schiphol Airport. The eggs are suspected to have been illegally harvested from parrots living in th...

Man arrested in investigation into shooting of Iranian in Schoonhoven

A 27-year-old man was arrested in Germany on Wednesday for his suspected involvement in the shooting of a police officer of Iranian descent in Schoonhoven. The incident occurred last Thursday and left...

Netherlands comfortably meets old NATO target, handful of countries barely

The Netherlands comfortably met the previous NATO defense spending target by last year's deadline, while several other member states only narrowly succeeded. Following a summit in The Hague, allies ar...

European Parliament clears way for migrant return hubs

The European Parliament has approved measures allowing for stricter penalties against illegal migrants and the potential deportation to return hubs outside the EU. This policy shift is a response to p...

Netherlands and Germany seek host countries for return hub

The Netherlands and Germany are collaborating to identify host countries for potential asylum return hubs. During a meeting in Berlin, ministers from both nations announced plans to pursue this initia...

Russian court bans Oscar-winning documentary over criticism

A Russian judge has banned the Oscar-winning documentary "Mr. Nobody against Putin" from several streaming platforms. The court justified the ban by claiming the film promotes terrorism and encourages...

Iran claims it targeted Israeli nuclear facilities

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to have targeted nuclear installations in southern Israel. This action marks the 82nd wave of airstrikes following the commencement of US and Israeli bombi...

Russia threatens to arrest internet blockade protesters

The Russian government has threatened to arrest individuals protesting against widespread internet disruptions and state-imposed restrictions. This move comes amid growing public dissatisfaction with ...

Prosecutors seek acquittal for Ali B for sexual assault of Jill Helena

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) has requested an acquittal for artist Ali B regarding the alleged sexual assault of Jill Helena during an appeal hearing. Prosecutors stated on the second day...

Burglar caught red-handed and arrested after home burglary in Bloemendaal

A 45-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested last night after being caught red-handed during a home burglary on Iepenlaan in Bloemendaal. The resident discovered the intruder, who then fled the scene b...