NSC Finance Secretary Idsinga has resigned following strong criticism from the House of Representatives over the failure to disclose his business interests. He said he no longer felt confident in his position and called the political debate on the matter unpalatable.
Iran sentences German-Iranian to death, sparking diplomatic tensions and closures of Iranian consulates in Germany, as well as calls for a harsher response to the country's high rate of executions.
British government sets ambitious goal to generate clean energy by 2030, but faces backlash from NIMBYs (Not In My Back Yard) against the plan to build transmission cables and 50 meter high steel masts in picturesque English countryside. NIMBYs want better alternatives, but government claims it is necessary for national security and is offering compensation and opportunities for local involvement.
Rijksmuseum to remain closed during Museumnacht Amsterdam due to Extinction Rebellion's protest against ING sponsorship, after previous actions caused hours-long closure and arrests.
Strong earthquake near Groningen village causes concern as locals report huge bang and double impact, KNMI confirms 2.2 magnitude.
155 dead and thousands without power after severe storm in eastern Spain.