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Upcoming fall of Avdiivka symbolically and tactically important, but no breakthrough

Ukrainian President Zelensky withdraws troops from front city Avdiivka, which is symbolically and tactically important to the Russians, but does not mean the front is collapsing after 10 years of bloody fighting.

Feb. 17, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

ME deploys tear gas in confrontation Eritreans in The Hague, police cars on fire

Multiple police cars were set on fire during a clash between two groups of Eritreans in The Hague. Video footage shows people throwing stones and riot police using tear gas to restore order. The groups are armed with baseball bats and bike locks, and the confrontation started at a gathering in a local opera house.

Feb. 17, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Members not satisfied with wage increase: FNV to renegotiate with NS

NS employees represented by FNV union are unhappy with the results of last month's collective bargaining agreement, citing dissatisfaction with provisions for night shifts and a proposed 6.6% wage increase that fails to compensate for inflation. Both FNV and VVMC unions are pushing for new negotiations, but no strikes are planned at this time.

Feb. 16, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Navalny death shocks Western world: 'Russia is responsible'

Opposition leader Navalny's death has sparked shock and outrage in the Western world, with multiple leaders holding Russia accountable. Concerns had been raised about his health, and demissionary Prime Minister Rutte has joined other political leaders in pointing the finger at the Kremlin. The US Secretary of State and the NATO Secretary-General have also expressed their deep concern and call for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding Navalny's death.

Feb. 16, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Silver Camera for photo series on life in Palestinian refugee camp

From the bustling streets of Jenin, a Palestinian refugee camp turned city, photographer Sakir Khader captures the ongoing struggles of life in the West Bank, winning the prestigious Zilveren Camera award for his series. Swipe through his powerful photos and witness the daily hardships faced by those living under constant tension in the region.

Feb. 16, 2024, 8:01 p.m.

Warmest Feb. 15 on record: 'Feels spring-like'

Record-breaking warm weather in De Bilt today, with temperatures reaching 15.5 degrees Celsius and some meteorologists declaring it the first spring day of the year. However, NOS weatherman Marco Verhoef prefers to view it as just a spring-like day and points out that there is no official term for temperatures above 15 degrees.