Prime Minister Schoof and Deputy Prime Minister Agema had a separate conversation after the Council of Ministers regarding Agema's controversial statements about entering state emergency law. The prime minister stressed that the cabinet is working hard on the problems of the Netherlands and that he is confident in solving them, despite occasional unfortunate situations.
Israeli military has fired on positions of the UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, targeting security cameras and a bunker where UN personnel were sheltering. This potential violation of international humanitarian law has yet to be addressed by Israel.
Palestinian and Dutch organizations are taking the Dutch government to court over its alleged failure to prevent Israeli genocide in Gaza, citing illegal trading of military supplies and equipment. The organizations are also calling for a ban on relationships with partners supporting Israel's occupation of the West Bank, citing the ICJ's ruling that it is illegal.
Dutch woman missing for 34 years declared deceased after DNA match with found skull. Authorities offer 30,000 euro reward for information leading to solving the case.
Former Dutch tennis pro John van Lottum shares his admiration for Rafael Nadal, who will end his impressive career after the Davis Cup Finals. Van Lottum calls Nadal an absolute winner and ambassador for the sport, highlighting his lack of star power and his rivalry with Roger Federer as a blessing for tennis.
EU countries discuss return policies for rejected asylum seekers, examining cooperation with countries of origin and the effectiveness of return policies and systems.