Striking drop in number of asylum seekers Ter Apel
Application center in Ter Apel now has enough capacity due to remarkably low influx of asylum seekers, penalty for COA for exceeding maximum number of sleeping places
Qatar withdraws as negotiator between Hamas and Israel
Qatar has withdrawn from negotiations for a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, citing a lack of willingness from both parties to return to the negotiating table. The country, along with the US and Egypt, had been playing a significant role in the talks, which have repeatedly failed to result in a lasting agreement.
Four suspects still in custody after violence in Amsterdam, more arrests expected
Several suspects, including two minors, have been arrested and will be appearing in court next week for their involvement in violent incidents after a football match in Amsterdam. The police are still reviewing footage to identify additional suspects and expect more arrests to be made in the coming days.
Lower House supports VAT increases despite fierce opposition criticism
Opposition parties have complained vehemently about the ruling parties' support for the Tax Plan, including a VAT increase on culture and sports, while the government claims these measures are more targeted policies to address poverty.
Temu must adjust webshop, or face European fines
European consumer regulators are threatening fines for Chinese webshop Temu if it does not comply with European rules within a month. Temu continues to use fake discounts and misleading sales strategies and could be fined €900,000 per violation.
Houthi rebels send threatening emails to Dutch ships
Dutch ships have been threatened by the Houthi rebel group, and ships of other shipping companies may also be targets of attacks in areas where the militants are active, causing ships to avoid these areas for months. This endangers not only the safety of ships, but also international relations with Iran and Hezbollah, which support the rebels.