Experts predict that the United States will soon provide military support to Ukraine to halt the Russian advance, but it may be weeks before this aid has any effect on the battlefield. Meanwhile, Ukraine is preparing for a possible breakthrough by the Russians.
Synod decides on mandatory vog for all congregations within Protestant Church from 2025, despite criticism from churches.
Aggression and violence against train and bus staff remains a major problem in Germany, where the number of incidents has increased since the launch of a campaign last year. This is partly attributed to the ongoing staff shortage at Deutsche Bahn and a social trend of declining respect for public sector workers.
Police cordoned off the area due to a large sinkhole and the car that fell in cannot be towed yet. The driver is left shaken by the incident.
GroenLinks and PvdA received strong support for further cooperation at a joint congress in Apeldoorn and passed a joint motion on the Middle East conflict. Despite disagreements, the parties continue to work together to move the Netherlands forward.
The Netherlands is contributing €210 million in air defense equipment and artillery munitions for Ukraine, which is under heavy pressure from Russian attacks. Ukraine has asked for seven Patriot systems to protect cities and infrastructure, but for now will receive only one Patriot system from Germany.