Beloved actor Koen Cauwenberghs, known for his role as Kabouter Lui on the hit show Kabouter Plop, has passed away at the age of 56 after battling cancer. He will be remembered for his warm personality and lasting impact on audiences, as well as the success of Kabouter Plop and Studio 100.
President Trump condemns Russia's attacks on Kyiv and calls for peace and the completion of the peace agreement. Meanwhile, negotiations appear to be stalled and Trump has sent his special envoy Witkoff to Moscow for new talks with Putin.
Nature organizations, Greenpeace and Mobilization for the Environment are deeply concerned about the government's leaked nitrogen plans, in which mainly area-specific measures are proposed and little is arranged for implementation. New lawsuits are being announced and there are doubts whether these plans will convince judges and really get the Netherlands off the hook.
The Netherlands must arm itself to the teeth to stay safe, according to King Willem-Alexander who warns that peace and security can no longer be taken for granted after conflicts such as Ukraine. He calls for rearming and restoring the defense industry for a possible future conflict.
Amsterdam Mayor Halsema apologizes for first time for municipal role during WWII persecution of Jews and announces 25 million euros will be available to invest in Jewish life in the city.
Three men have been sentenced for their involvement in a fatal shooting at a New Year's party in 2024 where the shooter killed a man with a Glock after searching for a weapon and making multiple phone calls, with the motive still unclear.