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Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Italian base in Iraq hit by rocket, no casualties
An Italian military base in Iraq was struck by a rocket, but no casualties or injuries were reported among the personnel. Defense Minister Guido Crosetto confirmed all staff are safe while authorities...
China passes ‘ethnic unity’ law, activists concerned
The Chinese National People's Congress has passed a new law aimed at strengthening ethnic unity and national cohesion. Human rights activists and experts expressed concern that the legislation may neg...
Rail traffic between China and North Korea resumes after six years
Passenger train services between China and North Korea have resumed for the first time in six years, according to Chinese state media. The cross-border rail link was originally suspended in 2020 due t...
New to the cabinet, immediately tested by war: this is Tom Berendsen, the Foreign Minister
Tom Berendsen, a 42-year-old CDA politician, has taken office as the new Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs and faces his first major test with a debate on the war in Iran. Known for his expertise and ...
Record release from emergency reserves fails to calm oil market: prices continue to rise
Oil prices continued to rise on Thursday despite an announcement by International Energy Agency members to release 400 million barrels from emergency reserves. As part of this coordinated effort to st...
Zelensky to visit Paris Friday for talks with Macron
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris this Friday to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine. The discussions involve a coalition of int...
Belgium strikes: flights cancelled and transport chaos expected
Nationwide strikes in Belgium against austerity measures have led to the cancellation of all flights at Charleroi and Brussels airports. Authorities have also warned of significant transportation chao...
Dutch military transports more stranded citizens from Oman to Egypt
A Dutch Defense aircraft evacuated 75 Dutch citizens and three other individuals from Oman to Hurghada, Egypt, last night. The operation was coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to assist tr...
Many Dutch entrepreneurs see Trump's policies as biggest risk
Dutch entrepreneurs doing business internationally identify US President Donald Trump's trade policies as their most significant geopolitical challenge. Approximately half of these business owners rep...
Iran attacks fuel tanks in Bahrain
Iran attacked fuel storage tanks at a facility in Bahrain's Muharraq Governorate on Thursday. No specific details regarding casualties or the extent of the damage were provided in the report.
Owners still in Australia, but cat Floki found after a year: Feels like a movie
A Bengal cat named Floki has been reunited with his owners after going missing for ten months from his home in Amsterdam. Although his owners are currently in Australia due to travel delays, the cat w...
Senegal introduces even stricter anti-LGBTQ law
Senegal has increased the prison sentence for same-sex relations to a range of five to ten years, up from the previous maximum of five years. This legislative change occurs amidst a broader campaign a...
Two oil tankers attacked in Iraqi waters
Two oil tankers carrying Iraqi oil were attacked in Iraqi waters, resulting in fires on both vessels. The ships involved were sailing under the flags of the Marshall Islands and Malta.
Red Cross: Humanitarian nightmare for Sudanese refugees
The Red Cross has warned that the refugee crisis surrounding Sudan is turning into a humanitarian nightmare as neighboring countries like Ethiopia, Chad, and South Sudan struggle to support millions o...
Dead and wounded in Israeli attack on Beirut beach
An Israeli airstrike on Ramlet al-Baida public beach near central Beirut killed at least seven people and injured 21 others. According to the Lebanese Ministry of Health, the beach had become a refuge...
Tower in Dubai hit by Iranian drone
An Iranian drone struck a building near Creek Harbour in Dubai during the night between Wednesday and Thursday. Emergency services successfully extinguished a small fire caused by the impact, and loca...
US releases 172 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve
The United States will release 172 million barrels of oil from its strategic reserve over a 120-day period starting next week. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced the move, which marks a sign...
Faster green transition makes the Netherlands more resilient to war
A group of 23 experts in energy and security argues that the Netherlands must accelerate its transition to sustainable energy to enhance national security and independence. They warn that in a world o...
Chef of world-famous restaurant Noma leaves after allegations of violence
René Redzepi, the co-founder and head chef of the world-renowned Michelin-star restaurant Noma, has announced his resignation via Instagram. The departure follows allegations of assault involving the...
Fuel tax cut would solve nothing structurally: ‘Inefficient blunt instrument’
In response to rising fuel prices caused by the conflict in Iran, Dutch politicians are increasingly calling for a reduction in gasoline excise duties. However, TNO researcher Peter Mulder warns that ...
Trump says he will release oil from US strategic reserve
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to release oil from the United States' strategic reserve. He expects that this action will help lower fuel prices for consumers.
Trump: we have already won, but don't want to leave too quickly
President Donald Trump stated during a speech in Kentucky that the United States has already won the war in Iran but will continue military operations to ensure a definitive defeat. He emphasized that...
UN Security Council demands Iran stop attacks on Gulf states
The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding that Iran cease its attacks on Gulf States. The resolution states that these actions violate international law and pose a signifi...
NY Times: Iranian school likely hit by US error
An airstrike on a girls' school in Iran was likely caused by a mistake made by the United States military, according to a report by The New York Times. The incident reportedly resulted in the deaths o...
Volkswagen misses out on billions, and that is good news for car buyers: Prices are going down
Volkswagen Group reported a 44 percent drop in profits to 6.9 billion euros, marking its worst performance since the emissions scandal. Despite the financial decline, the company remains stable, and c...
Kesbeke supports pregnant women in conflict zones with pickles for Doctors Without Borders
More than 630 dead in Lebanon from Israeli attacks
Lebanon has reported more than 630 deaths, including 91 children, following recent Israeli airstrikes. The conflict has displaced approximately 860,000 people, with recent strikes targeting a resident...
Marilyn Manson opens French fashion show on Women's Day, fashion press reacts with fury
Three brothers arrested over bomb at US embassy in Oslo
Norwegian police have arrested three brothers in connection with an explosion at the United States embassy in Oslo. The suspects are being investigated for allegedly carrying out a terrorist bomb atta...
Radical-right politician inaugurated as president of Chile
Radical-right politician José Antonio Kast has been inaugurated as the President of Chile after winning 58 percent of the vote in the December runoff election. Kast defeated a communist candidate and...