Outgoing Schoof Cabinet officially set to work after Schoof resigns, PVV ministers also resign. Urgent issues such as nitrogen policy and defense spending possibly still addressed during caretaker period.
British government announces ambitious plans to expand and modernize armed forces. Prime Minister Starmer argues that readiness for war should be the central goal, while there is criticism from opposition and defense circles about feasibility and urgency.
Homelessness among school children in Amsterdam-Oost is on the rise, with a growing number of families facing unstable housing situations due to the housing crisis. This is not only impacting the children's education, but also their well-being and development.
The Public Prosecution Service aims to seize over 221 million euros of criminal assets from fugitive Jos L., also known as Bolle Jos. This is based on the mind-blowing amounts he spent on cocaine purchases, transportation and other expenses, as well as other lavish purchases like gold, real estate, and luxury items. The OM has begun the process of recovering the funds, with help from other countries.
Germany's pushback policy for asylum seekers who arrive from other EU countries has been deemed illegal by a court, causing conflict with the new government's stance on immigration policies. Despite the ruling, the government plans to continue enforcing the policy.
Coalition talks over PVV leader Wilders' new asylum requirements have concluded, with the three coalition parties urging Wilders to work on his additional measures and stating that there is no reason to collapse the government. The question now is whether Wilders will accept the call to continue working together on a strict asylum policy, or if he will follow through on his threats to leave the coalition if his proposals are not adopted.