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Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
US Senate backs end to shutdown after airport chaos
The United States Senate has passed a funding proposal for the Department of Homeland Security to end a partial government shutdown that left thousands of federal employees unpaid. The legislation aim...
Five arrests in investigation into criminal drug gang
Five individuals were arrested in Rotterdam and Hazeldonk on Wednesday as part of an investigation into a criminal drug organization. The suspects face charges including leading a criminal enterprise,...
Brian dreams of a job with the Italian commandos: ‘In that line of work you can really serve your country’
Nineteen-year-old Brian, an Italian living in the Netherlands, dreams of joining the Italian commandos to serve his country. He expresses a strong desire to find a career where he can make a significa...
Israel reports large-scale airstrikes on central Tehran
The Israeli military reported conducting large-scale airstrikes on the Iranian capital of Tehran on Friday morning. The attacks targeted the city center, marking a significant escalation in regional h...
German Foreign Minister expects talks between Iran and US soon
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expects direct negotiations between Iran and the United States to commence soon. He stated that the two nations have already been in indirect contact and are no...
Rotterdam synagogue explosion suspects held longer
Four suspects arrested in connection with an explosion at a synagogue in Rotterdam will remain in custody for at least thirty more days. The Public Prosecution Service announced the detention extensio...
Israeli military asks Lebanese to evacuate, explosions in Beirut
The Israeli military has ordered residents of the village of Sajd in southern Lebanon to evacuate, citing planned operations against Hezbollah activities in the area. This directive comes amid reports...
Iran threatens hotels where US troops stay
Iran has issued new threats against hotels in the Gulf States where United States military personnel are stationed. Army spokesman Abolfazl Shekarchi stated that any building housing Americans becomes...
Suriname officially out of World Cup after defeat to Bolivia
Suriname's national football team has failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup following a 2-1 loss to Bolivia in the intercontinental play-off semi-finals. Bolivia will now advance to face Iraq i...
Iran reports attacks on Israel and Gulf states
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has announced that it launched missiles and drones targeting military and energy infrastructure in Israel and the Gulf States. The report was released by the Iranian ne...
Gold is no longer a safe haven for now: 'Markets expect a longer crisis'
Gold prices have experienced a significant decline since the start of the conflict in the Middle East, recording their worst weekly performance in decades. Markets are currently anticipating a prolong...
Oil prices fall slightly after delay in attack on Iran's energy facilities
Oil prices saw a slight decline on Friday, reversing gains from the previous day. This shift followed President Donald Trump's decision to postpone potential military strikes on Iranian energy infrast...
Middle East conflict upends travel industry: Turkey now hundreds of euros cheaper
Political unrest in the Middle East is shifting summer holiday preferences, leading to increased demand for destinations like Turkey, Egypt, and the Caribbean. Consumers are increasingly choosing pack...
Explosion causes significant damage to home in Haarlem
An explosion caused significant damage to a residence on Jan van der Horststraat in Haarlem on Thursday night. Authorities are investigating the blast, which resulted in substantial property damage.
Trump signature to appear on US paper money
The United States Treasury Department announced that President Donald Trump's signature will appear on American banknotes. This update is being implemented to mark the 250th anniversary of the country...
Woman found dead in home in South, police investigating cause of death
Israel needs more troops for deployment in South Lebanon
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are seeking additional troops to support operations in Southern Lebanon. Military spokesperson Effie Defrin stated on Thursday that these reinforcements are essential ...
Dead woman found in Koninginneweg home, police investigate for hours
Amsterdam police are investigating a residence on Koninginneweg in the Oud-Zuid district after a woman's body was discovered on Tuesday afternoon. Forensic teams were deployed to the scene as authorit...
Trump: no attacks on Iran energy supply until April 6
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the suspension of attacks on Iranian energy facilities will be extended until April 6. Trump stated that the decision follows a request from Iran and not...
Public Prosecution Service prosecutes two for assault and discrimination on VU campus
The Dutch Public Prosecutor's Office is prosecuting two 25-year-old students for assault and discriminatory behavior occurring on the Vrije Universiteit campus in Amsterdam last November. The suspects...
Lebanon veterans see civilians fleeing en masse again: 'What did we do it all for?'
Dutch veterans who served in Lebanon express deep sadness as they witness the country's destruction during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. They question the value of their past peac...
NATO assures weapons ordered in US will go to Ukraine
NATO has confirmed that weapons ordered from the United States by allies will be delivered to Ukraine as intended. The statement addresses concerns that the U.S. might prioritize sending scarce air de...
Venezuelan President Maduro back in New York court
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro appeared in a New York court for the second time. His defense lawyer stated that Maduro and his wife cannot afford their legal fees because the United States is cu...
One injured in stabbing at Abbenes home, one arrested
One person was injured following a stabbing incident at a home in Abbenes on Thursday evening. Law enforcement officials confirmed that one suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Jetten: High oil prices prompt countries to tackle shadow fleet
Dutch Minister Rob Jetten stated that rising oil prices are increasing the pressure on nations to crack down on the shadow fleet used by Russia to bypass oil sanctions. Speaking after a meeting with N...
US removes Belarusian state bank and fertilizer companies from sanctions list
The United States has lifted sanctions on several Belarusian companies, including a state bank and major potash producers essential for fertilizer production. These measures, which included import ban...
Heavy damage to homes after Slotermeer ATM bombing: "My son was too scared to go to school"
An ATM explosion at Slotermeerlaan in Amsterdam caused significant damage to residential buildings and injured a teenager early this morning. Local residents reported being in shock from the blast, wh...
Witkoff: 15-point plan led to good talks with Iran
US negotiator Steve Witkoff stated that a 15-point plan presented to Iran has resulted in positive and productive conversations between the two nations. The initiative marks a significant effort by th...
Judge bans undressing feature in Grok chatbot
A court in Amsterdam has banned the "undressing function" of the Grok chatbot in the Netherlands following a summary judgment. The legal challenge was brought by victim support organizations and safet...
Judge rules Grok may not undress people online with AI software
An Amsterdam court has ruled that the AI chatbot Grok is prohibited from generating and distributing AI-generated 'undressing' images and child pornographic material in the Netherlands. This decision ...