World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Trump issues new criticism of Iranian response: stupid, piece of trash
US President Donald Trump has criticized Iran's response to an American peace proposal, labeling it "stupid" and a "piece of trash." He further stated that he did not read the entire response because ...
EU wants to establish ‘red lines’ in negotiations with Russia
The European Union aims to take a more active role in future peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that foreign ministers will meet later this month...
Prison sentence for German couple who locked children in ‘house of horrors’
A German couple has been sentenced to two years and ten months in prison in Spain for keeping their three children locked in a squalid home for several years. The children were rescued in April 2023 f...
Indian Prime Minister Modi to visit the Netherlands this week
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Netherlands this week for official discussions. The talks will cover global issues such as the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, as wel...
Keukenhof attracts 1.4 million visitors for fourth year in a row
The Keukenhof flower park in Lisse welcomed over 1.4 million visitors during its 2026 opening period, maintaining consistent attendance for the fourth consecutive year. While many visitors were Dutch,...
Second evacuation flight from Tenerife on Monday after all
Two evacuation flights will depart from Tenerife to Eindhoven on Monday for passengers of the Dutch cruise ship Hondius. The operation follows an outbreak of the Andes variant of the hantavirus on boa...
Extra police at Sloterplas against youths slapping women's buttocks
Amsterdam police are increasing patrols and deploying drones and undercover agents around Sloterplas to combat the frequent harassment and assault of women. The operation follows dozens of reports of ...
Israeli minister rejects EU sanctions against settlers
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has rejected the European Union's sanctions against violent settlers in the West Bank. The measures were approved by EU foreign ministers on Monday.
Correspondents’ Dinner shooter denies he wanted to kill Trump
Cole Allen, 31, has pleaded not guilty to charges including the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump following a security breach at last month's White House Correspondents' Dinner. Allen ...
British Steel likely back in government hands for the first time since 1988
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer intends to nationalize British Steel following failed negotiations with the company's Chinese owner, Jingye. This move would bring the company, which employs nearly...
Prosecutors: Suspect in D66 office explosion had terrorist intent
A 37-year-old man is suspected of detonating a firework bomb at the D66 party headquarters in The Hague on Thursday evening. The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) alleges the suspect acted with te...
Judge to rule in Marius Borg Høiby case on June 15
The Oslo District Court will deliver its verdict in the case against Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, on June 15. The Norwegian Public Prosecution Service has deman...
EU countries agree on sanctions against violent Israeli settlers
All 27 European Union member states have agreed to impose sanctions on violent Israeli settlers after Hungary lifted its long-standing veto. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced the consensus...
Eleven arrests after disturbances surrounding NAC - Heerenveen
Eleven people were arrested following public order disturbances during the suspended Eredivisie match between NAC Breda and Heerenveen on Sunday. The suspects were held for various offenses, including...
UN sounds alarm over civilian deaths from drones in Sudan
UN Human Rights Commissioner Volker Türk has raised an alarm regarding the high number of civilian casualties resulting from drone strikes in Sudan. At least 880 people have reportedly been killed in...
Car and fatbike collide on Dijkzichtlaan in Haarlem, car heavily damaged
A car and a fatbike collided on the Dijkzichtlaan at the border of Santpoort-Noord and Haarlem on Monday afternoon. The accident occurred around 12:55 PM and resulted in significant damage to the car.
Philippine parliament approves Sara Duterte impeachment proceedings
A majority of the Philippine parliament has voted to proceed with impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. She faces allegations including fraud, corruption, and making death threa...
Prosecution demands 14 years for fatal shooting at Jumbo Vlissingen
Dutch prosecutors have demanded a 14-year prison sentence for a 24-year-old man involved in a fatal shooting at a Vlissingen supermarket last year. The victim, 44-year-old Thomas van Wanrooij, was kil...
EU imposes new sanctions over abduction of Ukrainian children
EU foreign ministers have imposed sanctions on 16 individuals and seven institutions involved in the forced deportation of Ukrainian children to Russia. The measures respond to reports that nearly 20,...
Captain Hondius impressed by patience and discipline on board
Jan Dobrogowski, captain of the cruise ship Hondius, praised the patience and discipline shown by passengers and crew during a challenging period. In a video message on the Oceanwide Expeditions websi...
Russia and Ukraine report new attacks despite ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine reported renewed hostilities and skirmishes along the front lines despite a three-day ceasefire agreement. The Ukrainian military stated that Russia also conducted thousands of dron...
Brussels reiterates: 'low' hantavirus risk for European citizens
The European Commission has announced that the health risk from the hantavirus for European citizens remains low. This conclusion was reached following consultations between the Commission and the Wor...
EU member states lift suspension of association agreement with Syria
EU member states have revoked the partial suspension of the association agreement with Syria, lifting trade restrictions on products such as oil, gold, and diamonds. This decision, finalized on Monday...
Starmer fights for political future after election defeat
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to improve his leadership and address voter frustration following his party's recent election defeat. In a speech aimed at saving his premiership, Starmer...
Official Beatles museum to open in London next year
An official museum dedicated to The Beatles is scheduled to open in London in 2027. Paul McCartney, one of the band's two surviving members, expressed his support for the new project.
Castricum station assault suspects given one week to turn themselves in
Police have given two underage suspects one week to turn themselves in following an assault and robbery of two boys at Castricum station on the night of February 14. The incident involved a group of f...
Kos: there is room in the EU for all Western Balkan states
EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos stated that expansion is a priority and that all Western Balkan nations have a place in the European Union. Her comments were made ahead of a meeting between ...
Lithuania and Latvia willing to host departing US troops
Lithuania and Latvia have expressed their willingness to host U.S. troops that may be withdrawn from other countries like Germany. The Baltic nations believe they are viewed favorably by Washington an...
Gas price investigation: who profits from the war with Iran?
The Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is investigating why gasoline prices at the pump do not decrease as rapidly as crude oil prices. The inquiry aims to identify which parties are gain...
Expert warns of even higher energy prices: Household bills to rise by another 25 euros per month
Dutch households are currently paying an average of 25 euros more per month for energy following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. Experts warn that this upward trend in energy costs is likely ...