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Belgian prosecution demands 27 years for man who killed carnival revelers

The Belgian Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 27-year prison sentence for Paolo Falzone, the primary suspect in the 2022 Strépy-Bracquegnies carnival tragedy. Falzone is accused of driving in...

20-year-old man found injured on Sierplein, possible stabbing victim

A 20-year-old man was found injured on Sierplein in Amsterdam on Monday night following a suspected stabbing incident. Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses or video fo...

Germany rejects EU long-term budget 2028-2034

German Minister Günther Krichbaum announced that Germany rejects the proposed EU multi-annual budget for 2028-2034, labeling the funding levels "completely excessive." The decision was made during a ...

Araghchi: Talks on final US-Iran agreement to start Friday

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced that negotiations for a definitive agreement with the United States are expected to begin this Friday in Switzerland. The start of these talks c...

Zelensky arrives in Évian for G7 summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Évian, France, for the G7 summit, where he was received by French President Emmanuel Macron. Zelensky is scheduled to attend a special session focuse...

Ukraine attacks Moscow oil refinery

Ukrainian forces have targeted and struck an oil refinery in Moscow using long-range missiles, as reported by President Volodymyr Zelensky. Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed that the facility was...

Chinese President Xi Jinping supports Myanmar leader

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing to express support and pledge deeper strategic cooperation between the two nations. This visit marks Min Aung Hlaing's...

Dutch imports from Gulf region down by more than half

Dutch imports from the Gulf region decreased by more than 50% in April compared to the previous month due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. During this period, imports from Iraq were completely ...

Takeaway industry addicted to plastic: more than a quarter serve banned plastic straws

A study of 101 takeaway shops across twelve cities in the Netherlands found that many businesses continue to use plastic containers and cutlery despite regulations. Over 25% of the sampled shops still...

113 km/h through a built-up area; Suspect: 'It won't win any beauty prizes'

A woman appeared in court for driving 113 km/h in a built-up area in Hilversum while under the influence of dexamphetamine in July 2025. She is also facing charges for driving with a suspended license...

Dutch motorcyclist dies on circuit in Belgium

A Dutch motorcyclist passed away on Monday following an accident at Circuit Zolder in Belgium. The fatal incident occurred during a free practice session organized by a motorsports school at the track...

Hundreds of protesters at World Cup stadium where Iran plays

Approximately 300 to 500 protesters gathered outside Los Angeles Stadium on Monday ahead of a match between Iran and New Zealand. The demonstrators waved flags to express their opposition to the Irani...

‘We will see this on the streets’: critics expect more homelessness and overcrowding at shelters due to EU migration pact

US Air Force expects eight dead after bomber crash

A US Air Force bomber crashed near Los Angeles shortly after departing from Edwards Air Force Base. Authorities believe all eight crew members on board were killed, stating that the accident was not s...

Vance: Signed agreement between Iran and US spans one and a half pages

US Vice President JD Vance revealed that the recent agreement signed between Iran and the United States is a general document spanning only one and a half pages. While the digital memorandum was signe...

Boy (2) falls from window in Rotterdam, seriously injured

A two-year-old boy was seriously injured after falling from a second-story window in Rotterdam on Monday evening. Emergency services resuscitated the child at the scene before transporting him to the ...

Cape Verdean Rotterdammers celebrate after World Cup draw

Cape Verdean football supporters in Rotterdam celebrated their national team's draw at the World Cup on Monday evening. Hundreds of people gathered at Heemraadsplein in the Delfshaven district, while ...

Gas station along A200 in Haarlem temporarily closed due to leaking fuel tank

The Total gas station along the A200 in Haarlem was temporarily closed on Monday evening due to a fuel leak from an older car. Emergency services cordoned off the site as a safety precaution to manage...

Ukrainian Deputy PM: Start of EU accession process is a milestone

Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka hailed the official start of EU accession negotiations as a historic milestone and a "Rubicon" for the country during a press conference in Luxembourg. He ...

Dutch-tinged Cape Verde surprises Spain with 0-0 draw at World Cup

Cape Verde achieved a major surprise by drawing 0-0 against Spain in their debut match at the Football World Cup. The team, which features several players with Dutch ties, managed to hold the former c...

The white jacket in Bergamo

Bergamo, a city severely impacted by the initial COVID-19 outbreak, is being referenced during the Dutch parliamentary inquiry commission's hearings on the pandemic. The city’s tragic history with t...

A World Cup always needs a second love. A team you adopt once your own country is eliminated

The Athletic described the match between the Netherlands and Japan as the best of the World Cup so far, offering hope despite tactical concerns regarding manager Ronald Koeman. The article suggests th...

Palestinian leader Abbas wants presidential elections in 2027

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has issued a decree calling for presidential elections to be held in early 2027, the first in over two decades. The report by the Wafa news agency did not specify w...

Amber from Beverwijk taught English in Cambodia: 'The hardest class became my favorite'

Amber de Nijs, a 22-year-old student from Beverwijk, has returned to the Netherlands after spending three months teaching English to children in Cambodia. She reflects fondly on the strong bonds she f...

Jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim dies at 91

South African jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim has passed away at the age of 91 in Germany following a short illness. His family announced the death of the world-renowned musician on Monday.

EU sees trade deficit with China hit record high

The European Union's trade deficit with China has reached a record high of approximately 1 billion euros per day, according to new figures from Eurostat. This trend is driven by high import volumes fr...

How Haarlem became embroiled in an international struggle over postal traffic

The Thurn und Taxis family established a centuries-long dominance over European postal services, building a massive fortune that remains with the family today. Haarlem became involved in this internat...

Iran and US sign agreement

President Donald Trump, Vice President Vance, and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf have signed an agreement between the United States and Iran. A high-ranking U.S. official reported...

Russia behind arson attacks targeting Starmer

A BBC investigation reports that Russia is likely behind arson attacks targeting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The investigation suggests that a young Russian diplomat allegedly ordered the att...

Berendsen: we are ready to take action in the Strait of Hormuz

Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen stated that the Netherlands is prepared to join international efforts to ensure safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz. However, Berendsen noted that Dutch participa...