World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Dozens of fatal barn fires again in 2025, insurers concerned
The Dutch Association of Insurers reports that over 60,000 animals died in barn fires last year, reflecting a lack of progress in fire safety improvements. This figure remains consistent with the prev...
German band Alphaville wants Trump to stop using hit Forever Young
The German band Alphaville has issued a legal demand for Donald Trump to stop using their hit song 'Forever Young' in his posts on Truth Social. The band shared the cease and desist notice on Instagra...
Death toll in Ukraine from Russian attacks continues to rise
At least twelve people were killed in Ukraine during Russian attacks that took place overnight from Wednesday to Thursday. Local authorities confirmed the casualties on Thursday as the death toll from...
Hoofddorp stabbing victim dies
A stabbing victim in Hoofddorp died on Wednesday evening after emergency services were unable to save them. The police confirmed the fatality in a statement, noting that life-saving efforts at the sce...
Trump: Israel and Lebanon to talk on Thursday
US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that talks between Israel and Lebanon are scheduled to take place this Thursday. The discussions mark a potential diplomatic engagement between the ...
US kills crew in attack on suspected drug boat
The U.S. military killed three suspected drug traffickers during an attack on a vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean. According to U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), the operation targeted individuals t...
Russian missiles hit Ukraine: 12-year-old child killed
Ukraine reported multiple Russian missile attacks across the country during the night of Wednesday to Thursday. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that a 12-year-old child was killed during the str...
US threatens sanctions against buyers of Iranian oil
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Wednesday that the United States is threatening to impose sanctions on buyers of Iranian oil. The statement was made during a briefing with reporters a...
Ticketmaster owner in US found to have a monopoly
A federal jury in the United States has found Live Nation Entertainment, the parent company of Ticketmaster, guilty of illegal monopoly behavior. The verdict marks a major legal defeat for the America...
Stabbing at residential complex in Hoofddorp, large-scale emergency service response
A stabbing took place on Wednesday evening at a residential complex on Liesbos in Hoofddorp. Emergency services were deployed in large numbers to the scene following the incident.
Woman (27) forced into prostitution, prosecutors demand 4 years for suspects
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded four-year prison sentences for a man and a woman accused of forcing a 27-year-old woman into prostitution in Amsterdam-Zuidoost for over a year. The victim ...
Russia threatens European drone sites, including in the Netherlands
The Russian Ministry of Defense has identified several European drone manufacturers as potential targets, warning that their support for Ukraine brings conflict with Russia closer. The list includes t...
White House: extension of ceasefire with Iran not requested
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt denied reports that the United States requested an extension of the ceasefire with Iran. Despite this, U.S. officials remain optimistic about reaching a deal ...
Cabinet considers phased accession of new EU member states
Dutch Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen expressed willingness to explore a phased approach for new countries joining the European Union. During a parliamentary debate, he stated the Netherlands i...
King: Made clear to Trump we disagree
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands stated that he expressed fundamental disagreements with U.S. President Donald Trump during a dinner at the White House. He described the conversation as open a...
Pope festively welcomed in Cameroon
Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Cameroon, where he was greeted by thousands of people during a festive welcome. This visit marks the second stop of his African tour, following an earlier trip to Algeria.
Oil giants earned $30 million per hour during first month of Iran war
The world's 100 largest oil and gas companies earned an average of $30 million per hour in March following a sharp rise in oil prices. According to research by The Guardian, these significant profits ...
Arrest after fatal stabbing on Tugelaweg in Amsterdam East
Man arrested for 2021 rape of 76-year-old woman in her home
Police have arrested a 46-year-old man from The Hague for the 2021 rape of a 76-year-old woman in her own home. The suspect was apprehended following a multi-year investigation into the incident, whic...
Pizza delivery drivers in Amsterdam targeted in wave of robberies: six minors arrested
Police in Amsterdam have arrested six minors in connection with a surge of robberies targeting pizza delivery couriers in the Amsterdam-Zuidoost district. Authorities issued a warning regarding this e...
Sharp council debate over Israel boycott referendum: ‘Pro seems set to vote against’
Israel Security Cabinet meets over Lebanon ceasefire
The Israeli security cabinet is meeting at 7:00 PM to discuss the possibility of a ceasefire in Lebanon. According to a top official, the discussion will focus on potential diplomatic steps to end the...
Car catches fire after accident on A9 near Beverwijk, road closed
On Wednesday afternoon, a collision between two cars on the A9 highway near Beverwijk resulted in one vehicle catching fire and prompting a large emergency response. The incident led to the closure of...
Armed robbery on armored truck in Rotterdam-Kralingen
An armed robbery of a money transport vehicle occurred on Wednesday afternoon in the Kralingen district of Rotterdam. The suspect used a firearm or a similar object and managed to escape with an undis...
PRO Amsterdam wants measures against Israel but opposes boycott referendum
A majority in the Amsterdam city council has likely blocked a referendum on an Israel boycott after the PRO Amsterdam party followed a committee's advice that the proposal exceeds municipal authority....
Mandatory psychiatric treatment with conditions for man (33) who stabbed woman to death in Amsterdam
A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to involuntary psychiatric treatment (TBS) with conditions for the fatal stabbing of a woman in Amsterdam-West in February 2025. The court ruled that the man was i...
Record low number of foreign companies settle in Amsterdam due to power grid and housing crises
UN experts call for stop to arms deliveries to Israel
UN Human Rights Council experts have urged all member states to halt weapon deliveries to Israel following military actions in Lebanon. They allege that Israel violated international law with large-sc...
Person injured in serious accident between fat biker and cyclists in Heemskerk
A serious accident involving a fatbike, a child's bike, and a sports bike occurred on a bicycle path in Heemskerk on Saturday afternoon. Emergency services responded to the collision on Rijksstraatweg...
Jetten meets opposition leader and Nobel Prize winner Machado
Premier Rob Jetten met with Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado at his ministry. The meeting highlighted Machado's international standing following her Nobe...