Politics
The Iranian embassy in The Hague has summoned the Dutch ambassador in Tehran following the publication of the Dutch security service's annual report, which suggests that Iran is "likely" responsible for two attempted murders—one in the Netherlands and another in Spain. Emiel de Bont,......
The European Union is expressing growing concern over Spain’s reluctance to boost its defense budget, viewing the country as a weak link in military investment. The EU Commission is particularly critical of the left-wing coalition party Sumar, led by Second Vice President Yolanda Díaz, for......
U.S. and Russian officials gathered for crucial discussions in Riyadh on February 18, marking a significant development in efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The talks, which could lead to a potential summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, are......
Morocco's Parliament has unanimously approved 27 international agreements, marking a significant expansion of the country's diplomatic and economic partnerships. Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita presented these agreements during a legislative session led by Speaker Rachid Talbi Alami. The agreements......
In a significant move, the Dutch authorities have imposed a fine of €4.75 million (approximately $4.98 million) on Netflix for its mishandling of users' personal data. The penalty, announced on Wednesday, stems from the company's failure to provide sufficient information to its subscribers......
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has intensified efforts to finalize a landmark free trade agreement between the European Union and South America's Mercosur bloc, despite mounting opposition from several EU member states. During a visit to Uruguay for a summit involving Brazil,......
Amsterdam A week after violent clashes in Amsterdam, Tori Egherman, a Jewish writer and researcher who has lived in the city for 20 years, remains deeply upset. Reflecting on the incident in a local café, she criticized the violent actions of Israeli football fans, who came to support Maccabi......
Unrest persisted in Amsterdam overnight as Dutch authorities announced additional arrests linked to the violent clashes last week between Israeli football fans and pro-Palestinian groups. These incidents, which occurred during a match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv, have sparked ongoing concerns,......
The European Union's unwavering support for Morocco has sparked frustration in Algeria, following a contentious ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) regarding trade agreements with the North African kingdom. The ECJ recently accused the European Commission of violating "the right of......
In a show of solidarity, several European Union member states have vocalized their support for Morocco following a controversial ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) concerning EU-Morocco partnership agreements. The ECJ's decision, which targets agricultural and fisheries trade deals, has......
The autonomy plan proposed by Morocco to address the ongoing conflict surrounding its territorial integrity has been characterized as the "most credible and widely endorsed" solution for this regional dispute, according to a recent report from The Cambridge Middle East and North Africa Forum......
The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague is facing mounting criticism over its apparent reluctance to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. These leaders are allegedly responsible for the deaths of 42,000 Palestinians in Gaza,......
As Mark Rutte steps into the role of NATO's chief, he addresses concerns regarding a potential Donald Trump presidency while reaffirming unwavering support for Ukraine. The former Dutch prime minister assumes leadership at a critical juncture, with Russia intensifying its military actions in Ukraine......
