Former Philippine President Duterte has been transferred to the International Criminal Court in The Hague to stand trial for crimes against humanity, including 43 murders that took place during his rule. He will be detained in a special wing of the UN prison that meets the highest standards for the rights of the accused.
President Trump threatens to double tariffs on Canadian steel as he continues to push for a new trade deal and calls for the country to become a part of the US, sparking concerns among investors and fears of a potential recession.
New Law to Protect Migrant Workers Deemed Inadequate by Experts and Officials - Calls for Stronger Measures to End Exploitation, As Minister Acknowledges Failings of Current System.
Alawites and other civilians are seeking safety at the Russian military base of Hmeimim in Syria, while armed groups controlled by Damascus but not to be trusted are in their home village of Bustan al-Basha. The civilians are hoping for international help and protection to continue living their country in safety.
British police have arrested a man in connection with the collision between a freighter and a kerosene tanker in the North Sea. An intensive firefighting operation is still underway on the Solong, which may have been carrying sodium cyanide but this has been debunked by the shipowner.
The House of Representatives is critical of the European Commission's announcement that countries may set aside budget rules for more defense money, with Prime Minister Schoof having already agreed on behalf of the Netherlands but the cabinet therefore finding it difficult to provide a substantive response before next week's European Council debate.