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Chamber behind refusing group of Afghan guards

Opposition parties expressed concern over the fate of Afghan citizens who had previously worked for the Dutch embassy, with some even accusing the government of downplaying the dangers they face. Despite this, the coalition parties support the decision not to bring more Afghan citizens to the Netherlands, as Minister Veldkamp stated that the government has already taken responsibility by allowing over 4600 Afghans to come to the country. The government will continue to consider heart-wrenching cases, but will not follow through on a plan proposed by the previous cabinet.

Riots in Lisbon after Cape Verdean man shot dead by police

Man shot by police leads to riots in Lisbon, Portugal, with concerns over racism and disproportionate use of force. Multiple injuries, arrests, and property damage reported, with tensions still high and increased security for evening's Champions League game.

Dead and wounded in attack on aviation company near Ankara

Breaking news: Four people killed and 14 injured in an attack on a Turkish aviation company near Ankara, with unclear details on whether the attack is ongoing. Two of the three attackers have been neutralized, according to the Turkish Minister of Interior.

Netherlands enters Song Contest after all, but without Joost Klein

Nederland is confirmed to participate in next year's Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland after months of negotiations between Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS and the EBU. Singer Joost Klein was offered a chance to compete, but declined due to complications from his involvement in this year's event.

Asylum deal PVV and NSC leaked: no emergency law, but far-reaching measures

Contested state emergency law off the table, but future asylum law still far-reaching. PVV, NSC and Prime Minister Schoof agree on draft letter of understanding, other coalition parties join talks later. Plans include abolishing indefinite asylum permits, limiting fixed-term permits and stricter measures against asylum seekers in the Netherlands.

Netherlands gets a little smaller: Weert sells land to Belgium

Limburg meadow on Flemish soil officially becomes the property of Belgium after almost 200 years, after the municipality of Weert sold the land to the Flemish nature organization Limburgs Landschap, which wanted to take over the nature reserve in 2011 but faced legal complications.