Unexpected results in Belgian regional elections as the conservative N-VA leads, followed by the social democrats of Vooruit and the radical left PVDA. In Wallonia, an exit poll shows the unexpected victory of the radical left PTB party.
AfD wins with 16.5% of the vote despite scandals, while CDU/CSU remains stable and governing parties SPD, Greens and FDP lose in German elections.
Two young men tragically disappeared in a fast-flowing river while trying to retrieve a dropped phone from the Maaskade, leaving their families and authorities searching for answers.
Restaurants perceive new restrictions on bringing in chefs from Asia as hindering their craftsmanship, as Thai cuisine is difficult for Dutch chefs to learn. Outgoing Minister Van Gennip, however, stresses that it is still possible to bring in foreign chefs, provided the right conditions are met.
Police recover stolen motorcycle in connection to murder case, make multiple arrests in ongoing investigation.
Israelis rejoice after liberation of four hostages in Gaza by Israeli army and Shin Bet, who had been held for 8 months after an attack on a music festival. Liberation operation led to death of Israeli soldier and world leaders call for release of all hostages and end to conflict.