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Dutch PM Schoof Vows to Block Dutch Components from Reaching Russian Weapons

During a visit to Kyiv, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof pledged to intensify efforts to prevent Dutch-made components from ending up in Russian weaponry. Calling the situation “highly undesirable,” Schoof said the Netherlands, in coordination with the European Union, is developing stronger measures to stop sanctions evasion and punish companies involved in indirect supply routes. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking alongside Schoof, criticized European nations...

Western Firms from Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, Sweden, and U.S. to Invest Over $100 Million in Ukraine’s Defense Technology Sector

Four Western companies from the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, Sweden, and the United States have pledged more than $100 million to Ukraine’s defense technology industry, the Digital Transformation Ministry announced at the Defense Tech Valley 2025 conference in Lviv. The two-day event gathered over 5,000 participants from more than 50 countries to explore opportunities in defense innovation. Dutch firm NUNC Capital committed €20 million ($23.5 million)...

Netherlands Says It Will Recognize Palestinian State “Later,” Urges Political Process

The Netherlands supports the recognition of a Palestinian state but is not ready to take the step now, caretaker Foreign Minister David van Weel...

Netherlands Moves to Ban Imports From Israeli Settlements

The Dutch government has announced plans to ban imports of goods produced in Israeli settlements located in the occupied Palestinian territories. The decision follows...

Ruben Brekelmans Signals EU Action on Israel Amid Deep Divisions

The European Union remains deeply divided over measures against Israel, with the Netherlands, led by Foreign Minister Ruben Brekelmans, advocating for stronger action. Brekelmans...

Schoof Reassigns Portfolios After Dutch Cabinet Faces Nine Vacancies

Prime minister Dick Schoof has reshuffled ministerial duties to cover nine vacancies left by the departure of foreign affairs minister Caspar Veldkamp and the...

Over 50 Parties Submit Bids for Dutch General Election

More than 50 political parties have submitted bids to participate in the Dutch general election scheduled for 29 October. Among them are local parties...

Special Train Timetable for SAIL Amsterdam to Impact Noord-Holland Routes

Train services across Noord-Holland will face adjustments this week as nearly 600,000 travelers are expected to attend SAIL Amsterdam. From Wednesday to Sunday, the...

Second Regional Heatwave of the Year Hits Eindhoven

Eindhoven has officially entered its second regional heatwave of the year as temperatures climbed to 30.5 degrees Celsius. This follows a previous regional heatwave...

Self-Employed Borrowing in the Netherlands Jumps 30% in 2025 Amid Stricter Tax Oversight

The number of loans taken out by self-employed workers in the Netherlands has surged by 30% in the first half of 2025 compared...

Netherlands Pledges €500 Million in Military Aid for Ukraine

The Netherlands has committed €500 million in military aid to Ukraine, focusing on air defence systems, ammunition, and combat equipment. This funding is part...

Netherlands Imposes Travel Ban on Israeli Ministers, Tightens Export Controls Over Gaza Crisis

The Dutch government has taken a firm stance against the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza by introducing travel bans on two Israeli ministers and...

Major Road Closures to Cause Severe Traffic Disruption in Amsterdam This Weekend

Drivers in and around Amsterdam are being strongly advised to avoid travel this weekend, as major roadworks are set to cause significant traffic disruption...

Air France-KLM to Take Majority Stake in SAS

Air France-KLM, the French-Dutch airline group, has announced its intention to become the majority shareholder in Scandinavian airline SAS. Already holding a 20% stake...