World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Amsterdam man (45) throws brick at woman's head after water dispute, prosecution seeks 9-year prison sentence for aggravated assault
Prosecutors are seeking a nine-year prison sentence for a 45-year-old man who allegedly threw a brick at a woman's head near the RAI in Amsterdam. The victim survived the life-threatening attack, whic...
Three new arrests in Belgium in investigation into violence in Overasselt
Belgian authorities have arrested three men linked to a violent drug-related conflict that occurred in Overasselt last September. The suspects, residing near Ghent, are expected to be extradited to th...
What we know about the Amsterdam suspects in the Overasselt shooting
Eight men from Amsterdam have been identified as suspects in an early morning attack on a residence in Overasselt that occurred on September 1. Authorities are currently investigating the backgrounds ...
Suspect Amir B. describes in interrogation how he was recruited for ‘Overasselt army’: ‘They asked: who has ever killed someone?’
Suspect Amir B. revealed during his interrogation how he and other young men from various European countries were recruited to carry out a violent home invasion in Overasselt. The attackers claim they...
EU and China reach agreement on hybrid car export restrictions
The European Union and China have successfully negotiated an agreement to restrict the export of plug-in hybrid vehicles to Europe. This decision follows a dramatic increase in Chinese hybrid imports,...
US imposes sanctions on ‘rogue’ ICC: new diplomatic row looms
The United States has imposed new sanctions on the International Criminal Court in The Hague, labeling the institution a rogue entity and seeking to halt its operations. In response, the Dutch governm...
US pushes ahead with sanctions and aims to cripple 'rogue' ICC, risking new diplomatic row
The United States has imposed new sanctions against the International Criminal Court in The Hague, aiming to disrupt its operations and prevent the prosecution of American citizens. In response, the N...
EU selects 46 raw materials projects to reduce dependence on China
The European Commission has launched 46 projects across sixteen countries to reduce reliance on China for vital raw materials like lithium and copper. These initiatives, supported by prioritized permi...
Prince Andrew receives damages after early lease termination
Prince Andrew has secured compensation after his housing contract was terminated decades early, though he previously faced a large fee for property maintenance. Meanwhile, a judge has declared that th...
EU removes Panama and Vietnam from tax haven blacklist
The European Union has removed Panama and Vietnam from its blacklist of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions following improvements in their transparency policies and tax cooperation efforts. Eight count...
Prince Harry suffered from depression weeks after moving to Canada: 'Had panic attacks'
Prince Harry revealed that he suffered from a depressive episode and panic attacks following his relocation to Canada, triggered by the sudden lack of adrenaline after years of high-stress royal dutie...
Pentagon wants to livestream execution, State Secretary Aerdts calls for reporting footage online
State Secretary Willemijn Aerdts is urging the public to report any footage of an upcoming Pentagon-livestreamed execution that may appear on social media. The execution of Nidal Hasan for a 2009 mass...
Olympic Stadium garage reopens after fire, no major impact on marathon
The parking garage beneath the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam has reopened following a fire that caused significant damage to the local Topsport Amsterdam offices. Organizers of the upcoming TCS Amsterd...
Many students attend Pink Breakfast in Haarlem, but: "Purple Friday is under pressure"
On Purple Friday, students wore purple to support the LGBTI+ community, with a well-attended Pink Breakfast held at the Haarlem city hall. However, recent data shows a notable decrease in the acceptan...
Gasoline prices headed for record highs due to ongoing Middle East unrest
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands are nearing record levels due to supply chain disruptions caused by ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz and regional violence ...
Belgian strike affects train passengers to and from the Netherlands
A 24-hour rail strike in Belgium is causing significant travel disruptions, including canceled train services to and from the Netherlands and approximately 140 flight cancellations at Brussels Airport...
Pieter (64) could no longer afford high rent and ended up on the street: I was just surviving
After suffering a series of financial setbacks, 64-year-old Pieter Willems lost his home and was forced to live on the streets. He is now joining a protest in Amsterdam to raise awareness about the wo...
Young people in Startblok Elzenhagen feel unsafe due to aggressive co-resident
Residents at the Startblok Elzenhagen housing complex in Amsterdam are feeling unsafe due to an aggressive neighbor who has reportedly threatened and intimidated other occupants. While the complex's c...
Local residents alarmed by thick smoke and stench from fire at Olympic Stadium
A fire beneath the historic Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam caused significant smoke and odor, prompting a late-night response from emergency services. Although firefighters confirmed no harmful substanc...
Netherlands wants to curb EU budget, but Europe needs more money
The Netherlands is urging for significant cuts to the European Commission's proposed 2,000 billion euro long-term budget, favoring a shift toward innovation and defense. While the Commission aims to r...
Cabinet wants prison sentences for Hamas support, but Dam Square banner is officially not punishable. How does that work?
Protesters in Amsterdam were seen displaying a banner in support of Hamas, yet the Public Prosecution Service determined that their actions were not legally punishable. In response, the Dutch cabinet ...
Major fire in Olympic Stadium parking garage
A large fire broke out in the parking garage of the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam early this morning, prompting a massive emergency response. Authorities are advising local residents to keep windows an...
Many fire trucks called to fire in Olympic Stadium parking garage
A large fire broke out in the parking garage beneath the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam-Zuid, triggering a massive emergency response. Firefighters are currently struggling to access a blaze located in ...
Search warrants for ex-Prince Andrew's residences were unlawful
Former prince Andrew's legal team successfully challenged the search warrants used by police to inspect his residences, with authorities admitting the warrants were unlawful. However, the High Court r...
Danish Queen Margrethe resumes official duties following hospitalizations
Former Queen Margrethe of Denmark has resumed her official duties after a three-month absence due to health issues. She recently attended a milestone anniversary concert at Frederiksborg Castle Church...
Global trade growing faster than expected despite Iran war
The WTO has raised its global trade growth forecast to 3.9 percent for this year, citing resilient supply chains and significant investments in AI despite the ongoing war in Iran. While goods trade re...
Amsterdam will have more than twice as many people over 80 by 2050, but is far from ready
New research projects that the number of residents over eighty in Amsterdam will more than double by 2050. The city is currently unprepared for this demographic shift, necessitating urgent political a...
Four-month prison sentence for man who threatened Powned camera crew with a knife in Oosterpark
A 41-year-old man was sentenced to four months in prison for threatening a Powned camera crew with a knife in Amsterdam's Oosterpark. The suspect, who is an undesirable alien, also received a convicti...
Four-month jail sentence for man who threatened PowNed camera crew with knife in Oosterpark
A 41-year-old man was sentenced to four months in prison for threatening a PowNed camera crew with a knife in Amsterdam's Oosterpark. The incident occurred while the journalists were producing a repor...
Triple stabbing suspect in Menadostraat Giovanni S. tried to strangle prison guard
Giovanni S., the suspect in a December 2025 triple stabbing in Amsterdam-Oost, has allegedly attempted to strangle a prison guard while in detention. The victim is now seeking information regarding th...