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Iranian media: New round of talks with US on Saturday night or Sunday
The first direct talks between American and Iranian delegations in Pakistan have concluded. Iranian state media reports that a new round of negotiations is expected to take place on Saturday night or ...
Hundreds of arrests at pro-Palestinian protest in London
London police arrested over 200 demonstrators during a pro-Palestinian protest at Trafalgar Square. The activists gathered to support Palestine Action, an organization recently added to a terrorist li...
FT: US-Iran negotiations stall over Strait of Hormuz
Negotiations between the United States and Iran in Pakistan have stalled over disagreements regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reportedly insists on maintaining full control and the right...
Governor: Wounded in Ukrainian attack during ceasefire
A Ukrainian drone strike hit a gas station in the Russian town of Lgov, located in the Kursk region, on Saturday. Regional officials reported that three people were injured, including a child, despite...
Israel: more than 200 Hezbollah targets hit in 24 hours
The Israeli military reported striking more than 200 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon over a 24-hour period. These attacks targeted infrastructure including rocket launchers used by the group.
Trump: US has begun clearing the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. forces have begun clearing the Strait of Hormuz of potential sea mines allegedly laid by Iran during recent American and Israeli military strikes. According to Donald Trump, the strategic waterwa...
Highly charged match for Anthony Correia: Telstar visits FC Utrecht
Telstar is set to play an away match against FC Utrecht at the Galgenwaard stadium, featuring the return of Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp to the starting lineup. Later today, Ajax will conclude the ma...
Ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia begins
A ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia officially began at 3:00 PM Dutch time on Friday after Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to the proposal. The truce, established in observance of Orthodox ...
First five Dutch citizens set sail for Gaza on Sunday
Five Dutch citizens will depart from Barcelona on Sunday as part of an international flotilla aiming to deliver aid to Gaza. They will be followed by ten additional Dutch participants departing from I...
US, Iran and Pakistan negotiations begin
Peace negotiations between the United States and Iran have officially commenced in Islamabad, Pakistan. President Donald Trump confirmed the discussions, which are being mediated by the Pakistani gove...
Russia and Ukraine exchange prisoners again
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 175 prisoners of war each on Saturday in a swap mediated by the United Arab Emirates. Both countries confirmed the successful exchange, which is part of ongoing efforts to...
Robbery at smartphone store in Haarlem city center, police search for suspect
A robbery occurred at a smartphone shop on Barteljorisstraat in the center of Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. Local police are currently conducting a search for the suspect involved in the incident.
Line 25 tram derails in Amsterdam-East, multiple lines diverted
A line 25 tram derailed near Muiderpoortstation in Amsterdam-East around noon, causing no injuries but leading to significant transport disruptions. Tram lines 7, 14, 19, and 25 are currently diverted...
Tram derails at Muiderpoort station, GVB adjusts schedule
US reportedly releases frozen Iranian assets
The United States has reportedly agreed to release frozen Iranian assets in Qatar and other foreign banks in exchange for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. While an anonymous Iranian official...
Zelensky warns Russia against ceasefire violation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine will respect a temporary ceasefire but warned of a reciprocal response if Russia violates the agreement. He emphasized that while his coun...
Czech PM backs Orbán day before elections
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has publicly expressed his support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of the upcoming elections. Babiš emphasized on social media that choosing stabil...
Second explosion in three months at restaurant in Nieuw-West
Gaza authorities: multiple dead after overnight attacks
Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip overnight between Friday and Saturday resulted in the deaths of at least seven people and left several others injured. Local emergency services reported that a police...
Explosion at restaurant in Geuzenveld
An explosion occurred at a restaurant on Burgemeester de Vlugtlaan in Amsterdam's Slotermeer neighborhood around 1:00 AM. The blast caused damage to the building and a small fire, but no injuries were...
Screen Time | Moon mission makes mobile phones mainstream in space
Tech reporter Rutger Otto's weekly column discusses the increasing use of mobile phones for capturing high-quality photography in space. The article highlights impressive images taken by mobile device...
US delegation arrives in Islamabad for Iran talks
An American delegation has arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, to engage in negotiations with Iran aimed at establishing a sustainable truce. Pakistan is acting as the mediator for the talks, which were i...
CNN: Indications China preparing arms delivery to Iran
U.S. intelligence indicates that China is preparing to deliver new air defense systems to Iran within the coming weeks. The report, cited by CNN, is based on information from three sources familiar wi...
Artemis II mission astronauts transferred to navy ship
The four astronauts of the Artemis II mission have been transferred to a U.S. Navy ship for medical examinations. NASA footage showed the crew walking across the ship's deck independently after the tr...
World's largest gasoline port has more gasoline than the Netherlands needs despite oil crisis
Amsterdam remains the world's largest gasoline port and currently holds more fuel than the Netherlands requires, despite the ongoing global oil crisis. While gasoline supplies remain stable and contin...
LIVE Eredivisie | FC Utrecht in race for play-off spot against relegation candidate Telstar
FC Utrecht faces Telstar at the Galgenwaard stadium today as they continue their bid for a European football play-off spot. Despite a recent loss to PSV, manager Ron Jans' team remains in contention a...
LIVE Eredivisie | Ajax visit struggling Heracles, do Amsterdammers keep Champions League in sight?
Ajax travels to Almelo to face bottom-ranked Heracles in an Eredivisie match, aiming to keep their Champions League qualification hopes alive after a recent loss to FC Twente. The match is critical fo...
Bombardments continue in Lebanon, population trapped
War Child director Ramin Shahzamani reports that increasing global conflicts and dwindling aid funds are severely impacting humanitarian efforts in regions like Lebanon. He emphasizes that many people...
Trump congratulates Artemis II space mission astronauts
U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated the astronauts of the Artemis II space mission in a post on Truth Social. He expressed his pride in the crew and their mission, stating he could not be proude...
Teslas with self-driving software allowed on Dutch roads
The RDW has approved the use of Tesla's self-driving software on Dutch roads, allowing drivers to navigate traffic without keeping their hands on the steering wheel. This decision makes the Netherland...