NATO allies have called for military action against Russia after it violated Polish airspace, with multiple European ministers denouncing the incident as a targeted provocation. This marks the 8th time in history that NATO has invoked Article 4, which is less severe than the well-known Article 5 that calls for collective defense.
The EU is facing criticism for its lack of action and leadership in the face of global challenges, including the Russian aggression in Ukraine and the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza. Members of the European Parliament are hoping to hear a strong and assertive plan from President von der Leyen during her speech tomorrow.
Large-scale protests threaten to paralyze France tomorrow. The ANWB and Transport en Logistiek Nederland are warning travelers and hauliers of possible road disruptions and advise not to travel on Wednesday.
Parties make clear position on keeping or phasing out mortgage interest deduction, with possible impact on coalition formation: VVD and PVV want to keep, CDA and D66 want to phase out, and SP and PvdD have different plans for income limits.
Faster and harsher punishments for racist incidents in football stadiums are being advocated by players' union VVCS, former top player Evgeniy Levchenko, and KNVB in response to a recent incident in Leeuwarden, with suggestions such as using technology to identify offenders and implementing stricter sanctions for clubs and individuals.
Controversial artwork referencing banned activist group covered up in London, while supporters see it as a form of solidarity.