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Major fire at commercial building in Diemen, NL Alert issued: ‘Close windows and doors’

France sees no evidence of mines in Strait of Hormuz

French Defense Minister Catherine Vautrin stated that there is currently no evidence that mines have been laid in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the lack of certainty, French authorities are preparing ...

Xi and Putin further strengthen ties: more cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing to sign new cooperation agreements, further strengthening the relationship between their nations. Both leaders characte...

Tram collides with bus on Amstelveenseweg, passenger slightly injured

A tram and an R-net bus collided on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam on Friday morning, resulting in a minor injury to a passenger and the hospitalization of the tram driver for observation. The rear-...

UK eases sanctions on certain Russian products

The United Kingdom has eased sanctions on specific Russian energy products, allowing the import of diesel and kerosene refined abroad from Russian crude oil. This policy shift permits these refined fu...

Police search at Beverwijk gym after anonymous tip yields nothing

Police searched a gym on Parallelweg in Beverwijk on Wednesday morning following an anonymous tip regarding illegal goods. Masked officers entered the building but did not find any prohibited items.

Unclear where billions in defense funds are being spent

The Dutch Ministry of Defense is facing criticism for a lack of transparency regarding the expenditure of billions of euros on equipment and services. Reports indicate that the department frequently u...

Vilnius residents urged to shelter after drone report

Residents of the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius, were briefly ordered to take shelter on Wednesday following reports of a drone in the area. The alert led to the temporary closure of the city's airport a...

Significantly fewer trains between Amsterdam and Utrecht due to track defect near Abcoude

NYT: US and Israel wanted to install Iranian hardliner as leader

The New York Times reports that at the start of the conflict, the United States and Israel aimed to install former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as the country's leader. The secret plan allege...

Last bodies of divers recovered in Maldives

The bodies of the final two Italian divers out of five who died during a diving excursion in the Maldives have been recovered. The group perished last Thursday while exploring underwater caves.

Ukrainian women again fully free to travel in and out of the country

Ukrainian women, including those in high-ranking government and judicial positions, are once again permitted to travel freely across the country's borders. This policy change follows a cabinet decisio...

Two drivers arrested after collision on N203 near Uitgeest

Two drivers were arrested on Wednesday morning following a collision on the N203 near Uitgeest. Both individuals tested positive for drug use at the scene of the accident.

COA no longer admitting everyone to Ter Apel reception center due to overcrowding

The COA has begun restricting entry to the asylum reception center in Ter Apel due to severe overcrowding, prioritizing only the most vulnerable applicants. Chairman Joeri Kapteijns stated the measure...

Samsung workers prepare for 18-day strike

Approximately 48,000 Samsung employees are preparing for an 18-day strike after the company failed to reach an agreement regarding bonuses. The labor union announced the action following unsuccessful ...

Kremlin: Witkoff to visit Russia soon for negotiations

US envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Russia soon for negotiations, according to reports from a Kremlin correspondent. The information was shared by Witkoff's Russian counterpart, Kirill Dmi...

Dutch consumers still spending as much despite energy crisis

Dutch consumer spending remains stable and resilient despite the ongoing energy crisis. This stability persists even as consumer confidence has declined significantly due to geopolitical tensions in t...

Leo (78) flies to Uganda during Ebola outbreak: 'I got a few texts: Should we be worried?'

78-year-old Leo van Gelderen traveled to Uganda during an ebola outbreak, remaining calm despite concerns from family and friends in the Netherlands. Although the virus has crossed the border from Con...

Controversial German YouTuber shows youths with firearms in the Bijlmer: "It is reality"

German YouTuber Lucky L 030 released a video showing minors in Amsterdam's Bijlmer neighborhood displaying heavy firearms and discussing involvement in contract killings. While local youth workers des...

Multiple injured and arrests after stabbing in Haarlem

Several people were injured during a stabbing incident on Berckheydestraat in Haarlem on Tuesday evening. Local authorities have made multiple arrests following the incident.

Taiwanese author Yang Shuang-zi wins International Booker Prize

Taiwanese author Y!ng Shuang-zi and translator Lin King have been awarded the International Booker Prize 2026 for the novel "Taiwan Travelogue." The prestigious prize was presented during a ceremony h...

FT: EU considers Draghi or Merkel for talks with Putin

European Union governments are discussing whether former Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi or former German Chancellor Angela Merkel should represent the bloc in potential peace negotiations with Vl...

EU reaches provisional agreement to finalize trade deal with US

The European Union has reached a provisional agreement on legislation to abolish import duties on goods from the United States. This move is a key component of the trade agreement established between ...

Venezuela to release 300 political prisoners before Friday

Jorge Rodríguez, the president of the Venezuelan parliament, has announced that 300 political prisoners will be released by Friday. The pledge marks a significant development in the country's ongoing...

Protesters stunned by police violence at The Hague protest

Pro-Palestinian protesters detained near the House of Representatives in The Hague have accused the police of using unnecessary aggression and force during their arrests on Tuesday. The demonstrators ...

Police remove activists from tracks at The Hague Central

Police are removing three pro-Palestinian activists who chained themselves to a signal post at Den Haag Centraal railway station. The individuals were positioned between tracks 6 and 7, leading to pol...

Tata Steel welcomes EU Parliament support to limit steel imports

Tata Steel Nederland has welcomed the European Parliament's decision to halve current steel import quotas. This measure aims to protect the European market from global steel surpluses originating outs...

Over seventy Flotilla protesters arrested in The Hague

Between 70 and 80 protesters were arrested in The Hague on Tuesday during a demonstration near the Dutch Parliament building. The group was protesting for the release of Global Sumud Flotilla crew mem...

Update: missing girl (13) from Haarlem found in good health

A 13-year-old girl from Haarlem has been found safe and in good health after being reported missing yesterday morning. Police conducted an extensive search operation near the Eerste Christelijk Lyceum...

Putin arrives in China with ceremonial welcome

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China for a state visit with President Xi Jinping, where he was greeted with a ceremonial welcome. The reception, which featured school children waving ...