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Devastated agriculture and little aid: is Israel starving the population in Gaza?

Experts warn of an humanitarian crisis in Gaza as its residents face food shortages and famine-like conditions. The Israeli blockade has severely restricted the flow of food and other essential resources, leading to an alarming number of deaths among the population, particularly among children. Despite condemnation by the international community, Israel continues to limit the entry of much-needed aid, violating international law and possibly committing war crimes.

US will build temporary port near Gaza Strip for relief efforts

President Biden will announce the establishment of a new port in Gaza for humanitarian aid to enter by sea, with support from Israel. The temporary port will allow for the arrival of hundreds of truckloads carrying vital supplies, but it may take several weeks before it is operational.

PVV, VVD, NSC and BBB want to work on new cabinet and provide ministers

PVV, VVD, NSC, and BBB are willing to continue negotiating a new government, with signs pointing towards an extraparliamentary cabinet. Despite previous tensions, all four parties are now optimistic about the progress made by informateur Putters, with a final report expected next week.

Over 5,100 copies of stolen IDs published on dark web

Data from thousands of Dutch citizens, including sensitive information such as bank statements and salary documents, has been published on the dark web as a result of ransomware attacks on companies. Many of these victims were unaware that their personal information was being sold by cybercriminals.

Yesilgöz really wants a nationwide ban on headscarves on police officers now

Minister Yesilgöz is taking steps to ban municipalities from allowing enforcers to work with religious symbols, despite earlier criticism from the Human Rights Board that it would harm women wearing headscarves. A majority of the House of Representatives and the boa union support her approach.

Less communication in prison for members of organized crime

The Netherlands is taking tougher measures against organized crime in prisons, including more restrictions on communication and surveillance during lawyer visits. These measures, proposed by Minister Weerwind and largely supported by the House of Representatives, are intended to protect security and the democratic rule of law, despite criticism from the legal profession.