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Politics in uncharted waters as party quits outgoing cabinet

NSC ministers and state secretaries leave outgoing cabinet, leaving Mona Keijzer temporarily in charge of several heavy posts. With elections in sight, this could lead to administrative gridlock and difficulties in finding support for plans.

Aug. 23, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

No first team Vitesse at amateurs this season, youth teams will continue to play

Vitesse's first team loses professional license, but youth teams can continue playing in KNVB competitions. Uncertainty surrounds future of first team as club fights legal battles against league decision.

Aug. 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

House searches of Trump's former security adviser Bolton

FBI searches house and office of former Trump advisor John Bolton in reopened investigation into possible reveal of classified information in his 2020 memoir, which had previously led to a lawsuit from Trump about sharing White House secrets.

Aug. 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Minister Veldkamp (NSC) steps down, cannot take further Israel measures

Veldkamp is stepping down as NSC minister because he cannot take further action against Israel and does not have the support of other ministers in the cabinet to do so.

Aug. 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

The Netherlands does not control Russian shadow fleet, but how bad is that?

The Netherlands remains passive in controlling Russia's shadow fleet despite earlier promises and a motion from the House of Representatives. Other European countries do carry out checks and the Netherlands says it is cooperating with them, but experts question whether this is enough.

Aug. 21, 2025, 7:56 p.m.

Energy transition threatens Scottish oil town of Aberdeen, but also offers opportunities

The oil sector in Scottish city of Aberdeen is being hit hard by the transition to renewable energy, with thousands of jobs set to be lost. Despite new investment in the green sector, experts warn of potential risks of rushing.