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Man suspected of supplying small boats to people smugglers arrested

A joint operation between authorities in Belgium, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom led to the arrest of a Turkish national in Amsterdam.

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No comment: Tense scenes as police break up illegal pro-Palestinian protest in Dutch capital

Police in Amsterdam arrested some pro-Palestinian protesters and forcibly moved more than 260 to another location as they broke up an illegal demonstration in the Dutch capital's central Dam Square.

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Dutch police disperse people from streets after Amsterdam tram set on fire

The Dutch capital has been experiencing ongoing tensions following violence last week when fans of an Israeli football club were targeted.

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Amsterdam reacts: Unravelling days of tensions that rocked the capital

Tensions erupted last Friday in Amsterdam after a UEFA football match, with European leaders widely condemning the violence. Euronews travelled to the Dutch capital to decipher the story.

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New riots break out in Amsterdam as tensions remain high

Police said the fire was quickly extinguished, and riot officers cleared the square, though it was not clear who started the unrest or whether it was related to last week's violence.

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Netherlands joins Germany in implementing extra border checks

According to the EU, member states are allowed to temporarily reintroduce controls at the bloc's internal borders in case of a serious threat, such as one to internal security.

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Dutch police attempt to solve sex worker murder case with hologram

The police are hoping to solve the 15 year-old case by jolting people's memory with a hologram of the murdered sex worker.

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Dutch PM cancels COP29 trip after Amsterdam football violence

Police launched a large-scale investigation after gangs of youths conducted what Amsterdam's mayor called 'hit and run' attacks on fans that were apparently inspired by calls on social media to target Jewish people.

Destinations

Travellers share best off the beaten path destinations in Europe

Bavaria, Cornwall, Amorgos: Europe’s best off the beaten path destinations to visit in 2025.

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EU climate chief gets green light for new Commission

Dutch commissioner recommits to a 90% emissions cut by 2040, pledges not to revise deadlines for the phase-out of new petrol and diesel cars, and brushes off a far-right climate denier during a grilling by MEPs.

Art

Botched heist in Netherlands as thieves steal and damage Warhol prints

On Friday morning, thieves stole two rare Warhol prints and damaged two more. Their violent explosion destroyed the gallery and nearby stores.

The Dialogue

The inspirational story of Dutch Olympic champion Sifan Hassan

In partnership with Media City

Dutch athlete Sifan Hassan made history at the Olympics Paris 2024, winning three medals and breaking a world record in the marathon.

Culture news

Eurovision 2025: Netherlands to return without Joost Klein

The singer, who was one of the favourites to win this year's Eurovision Song Contest, was booted out in Malmö following accusations of misconduct. The case was dropped due to lack of evidence, but despite rumours suggesting he would return, Klein has declined to be the 2025 Dutch entry.

Europeans' Stories

Overcoming obstacles to equality: the battle for disability rights in the EU

Living with a disability in Europe today is still all too often a journey littered with obstacles and discrimination. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games have put the issue back on the agenda. But the task ahead is enormous.

Design

Dive into experimental design at Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven

Eindhoven is known year round for being the design capital of the Netherlands, but the city’s design credentials peak each autumn with the arrival of Dutch Design Week.

Economy

Which European country takes the crown in global survey on pensions?

The Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index assesses retirement income systems around the world.

Art

Dutch palace showcases Warhol's iconic portraits of global queens

The Het Loo Palace Museum in the Netherlands is hosting an exhibition of Andy Warhol’s 'Reigning Queens' series, featuring 16 rare screen prints of four monarchs.

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ExxonMobil sues Dutch government over gas field closure

US petroleum giant ExxonMobil has invoked the controversial Energy Charter Treaty in a potential multi-billion euro compensation claim – an apparent bid to pressure the Netherlands’ new right-wing government over the shuttering of Europe’s largest gas field in Groningen.

Art

Art or trash? Dutch museum worker accidently throws artwork in bin

A Dutch museum has recovered one of its artworks that looks like two empty beer cans after a staff member accidentally threw it in the bin. One man’s art is another man’s trash...

Economy

Netherlands: Inflation rate slows but remains higher than most

Despite a steep drop in fuel prices, annual inflation in the Netherlands was still 3.5% in September, one of the highest in the eurozone.