World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Police expect driver to set an example, but pull 50-year-old in special bus off the road: ‘Exceptional’
A 50-year-old driver from Haarlem had his license confiscated on Sunday after being caught speeding in a special transport vehicle. The driver was traveling 57 kilometers per hour over the speed limit...
Show-off instead of creator
The article discusses the numerous derogatory nicknames given to Donald Trump, noting that he has accumulated more than all previous U.S. presidents combined. These labels range from insults regarding...
While Netherlands waits for EU, other member states work on their own social media bans for children
While the Netherlands waits for European Union regulations, other member states like Austria are implementing their own national bans on social media for children under 14. Several EU countries are pu...
Russian oil tanker expected in Cuba on Monday
A Russian oil tanker is expected to arrive in Cuba on Monday despite the ongoing oil blockade imposed by the United States. Data from maritime monitoring firm Kpler confirms the vessel's scheduled arr...
Lebanon reports over 1,200 killed in Israeli attacks since March 2
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reports that Israeli attacks have killed 1,238 people in Lebanon since March 2. Israel states that these military operations are being carried out to eliminate the mili...
40 species added to protected wildlife list
The UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) has added 40 species to its international protection list, including the snowy owl. This decision was finalized during the COP15 summit...
KLM longs for Airbus A350: ‘Suitable for all geopolitical turbulence’
KLM is investing 7 billion euros in new aircraft, including the Airbus A350, to support long-term growth and navigate current geopolitical challenges. Despite facing difficulties from the pandemic's a...
Netherlands considers building strategic gas reserves: 'If it goes well, it doesn't seem important. If it goes badly, you're too late'
The Netherlands is exploring the creation of strategic gas reserves as winter stocks hit their lowest level in a decade. This move comes amid increasing pressure on energy supplies due to the ongoing ...
Bare fields due to closed strait: Fertilizer shortage threatens global agriculture
The conflict involving Iran is causing significant disruptions in the supply of critical raw materials like fertilizer and helium, beyond the primary focus on oil and gas. These shortages pose a threa...
Person injured in stabbing at Landgraaf shopping center
A man was injured during a stabbing incident at a shopping center in Landgraaf on Sunday afternoon. Police arrested a 51-year-old suspect from Landgraaf shortly after the incident occurred.
Netanyahu orders further expansion of South Lebanon buffer zone
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the military to expand the existing security buffer zone in southern Lebanon. The move is intended to neutralize the threat of a Hezbollah invasio...
Netanyahu defends decision to stop patriarch in front of church
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has defended the decision to prevent the Latin Patriarch from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem to celebrate mass. The incident, which ba...
American University of Beirut moves online only following Iran threat
The American University of Beirut (AUB) has moved its classes online for at least two days following threats from the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The group has indicated it may target A...
21-year-old man from Eindhoven arrested in terrorism investigation
A 21-year-old man from Eindhoven was arrested on Saturday evening as part of a terrorism investigation. Police are currently investigating whether the suspect has links to the Islamic State (IS) group...
Ajax beat PEC Zwolle to go top of Women's Eredivisie
Ajax's women's team secured a 1-0 home victory against PEC Zwolle on Sunday to temporarily take the lead in the Women's Eredivisie. The Amsterdam club's top position depends on the results of matches ...
Finland reports airspace violation by drones
Finland has reported a violation of its airspace by drones in the southeastern part of the country. Authorities confirmed the incident, although specific details regarding the origin of the drones wer...
Pope Leo strongly condemns leaders who start war
Pope Leo XIV condemned leaders who start wars during his Palm Sunday address at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican. He described the conflict in the Middle East as "horrible" and stated that religion c...
Water boards to say no more often as climate forces their hand: 'We are no longer the handymen who will just fix everything'
The Rijnland Regional Water Authority has announced it will be more selective and say "no" more frequently due to the pressures of rapid climate change. Dijkgraaf Rogier van der Sande stated that the ...
More arrests after explosive placed at Paris bank
French authorities have arrested two additional suspects following an attempted explosive attack at a Bank of America branch in Paris. The detention of a minor suspect previously arrested on Saturday ...
Israeli police prevent Jerusalem Patriarch from celebrating Mass
Israeli police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, from celebrating Palm Sunday mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's Old City. The interven...
Deepfake images of Belgian Crown Princess Elisabeth circulating on Facebook
Deepfake images and videos of Belgium's Crown Princess Elisabeth have been discovered on a fraudulent Facebook profile. The Belgian Royal Palace has initiated steps to have the content removed from th...
They have a Starbucks, but everything shows that life in Russia is not truly free
Iran parliament speaker accuses US of planning ground attack
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has accused the United States of secretly preparing a ground attack while publicly sending messages regarding diplomatic negotiations. Qalibaf is view...
Car drives into pedestrians in British city of Derby
Several people were seriously injured on Saturday evening when a car drove into pedestrians in the British city of Derby. Police have arrested a man in connection with the incident.
Israeli army apologizes for mistreatment of CNN journalists
The Israeli military has issued an apology after soldiers mistreated CNN journalists reporting on settler violence in the occupied West Bank. According to the Foreign Press Association, the reporters ...
House hunters undeterred by war in Iran and rising energy prices: ‘You have no control over it anyway’
During the NVM Open House Day, home seekers in the Haarlem region reported that they remain undeterred by rising energy prices and geopolitical conflicts. Prospective buyers expressed that since these...
Max Verstappen seriously considering Formula 1 exit after 2026: crucial weeks ahead
Max Verstappen is reportedly considering a departure from Formula 1 after the 2026 season following a difficult start to the sport's new era. The Red Bull driver has faced poor race results and mounti...
Another fire at major Russian port after attack
The Russian port of Ust-Luga sustained damage following a Ukrainian drone attack, according to the governor of the Leningrad region. While Russian officials claim that dozens of unmanned aerial vehicl...
On holiday in Afghanistan or visiting melting ice? Travel experiences are becoming increasingly extreme
A growing number of tourists are seeking increasingly extreme travel experiences, such as visiting Taliban-controlled Afghanistan or abseiling in Antarctica. Driven by the influence of social media, t...
Scooter goes up in flames in Haarlem
A scooter was destroyed by fire during the night of Saturday to Sunday in Haarlem. The incident occurred at the intersection of Burgemeester Rampstraat and Brouwersvaart.