World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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...
US warns shipping: blockade of Iranian ports still in force
The United States military has issued a warning to the shipping industry stating that its naval blockade of Iranian ports remains in effect. The message, reported by Reuters, serves as a reminder of t...
19-year-old suspect in fatal Zeeland accident to appear in court Tuesday
A 19-year-old suspect from Hulst will appear before a judge on Tuesday following his involvement in a fatal traffic accident in Zeeland. The Public Prosecution Service Zeeland-West-Brabant confirmed t...
Syrian from Druten sentenced to 26 years for torture during interrogations
A Dutch court in The Hague sentenced 58-year-old Rafik A. to 26 years in prison for torture, sexual violence, and rape committed in Syria during 2013 and 2014. A. served as a high-ranking interrogator...
Von der Leyen: lifting sanctions only conceivable with a truly different Iran
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that EU sanctions against Iran will only be lifted if the country demonstrates a genuine change in behavior. She emphasized that progress on h...
RIVM realized early on that COVID outbreak was much larger than expected
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) realized early in the pandemic that the COVID-19 outbreak in Wuhan was significantly larger than reported by China. This findi...
Iran to charge ‘service fees’ in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that it will begin charging maritime service fees for vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz. These fees are intended to replace tolls and are reportedly ...
Man arrested in Dronten missing person case
Police have arrested a 42-year-old man in connection with the disappearance of Marc Jaskulski, who went missing from Dronten in April 2024. Authorities believe the victim may have been the target of a...
Hezbollah: No operations carried out since announcement of agreement
A Hezbollah official stated that the group has not conducted any military operations since the announcement of the agreement between Iran and the United States. The official noted that their continued...
Dutch national team player ratings: one failing grade and praise for Crysencio Summerville
The Dutch national team experienced a disappointing start to the 2026 World Cup after their opening group match against Japan. Former international Kees Kist evaluated the squad's performance, specifi...
Luciano D. sentenced to 9 years for shooting man on Prins Hendrikkade, shows no remorse: ‘If he hadn’t run at me, he would still be walking’
EU ministers agree on sanctions over Navalny's death
EU Foreign Ministers have approved new sanctions against 34 individuals and 47 organizations in Russia. These measures specifically target 15 people and one entity involved in the prosecution, poisoni...
Trump threatens high tariffs on French wine and champagne
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100 percent import tariffs on French wine and champagne in response to a French tax on large American tech companies. Trump stated that the tariffs w...
Macron: Hormuz mission can start 2 to 3 days after deal
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France, the Netherlands, and other allies are prepared to launch a mission in the Strait of Hormuz within two to three days of a confirmed deal between ...
Court imposes 30-year sentence for killing Rijswijk neighbor
A court in The Hague has sentenced 58-year-old Seyed A. to 30 years in prison for the murder of his 38-year-old neighbor in Rijswijk. The victim was shot in their apartment building's entrance in fron...
British judge upholds controversial Palestine Action ban
The British Court of Appeal has upheld the government's decision to ban the activist group Palestine Action and classify it as a terrorist organization. This ruling overturns a previous lower court de...
Suspect acquitted of 2014 mistaken identity murder of mental health director
The Rotterdam District Court has acquitted 59-year-old René F. of involvement in the 2014 shooting of mental health director Rob Zweekhorst in Berkel en Rodenrijs. Although the prosecution sought a 2...
Two suspects in Amsterdam explosion to remain in custody longer
Two residents of Amsterdam suspected of involvement in an explosion on Osdorper Ban will remain in custody for a longer period. A third suspect has been released according to the Public Prosecution Se...