United States & Canada
The Dutch government has formally informed parliament about the special meeting at which 82 of the 125 ICC member states voted to remove former prosecutor Karim Khan. The outcome itself is no longer news. Yet the cabinet's report highlights a more pressing question for The Hague-based court:
Europe & EU
The International Criminal Court in The Hague is facing renewed pressure from Washington, and two of Europe's key supporters are drawing a line in the sand. During a joint visit in The Hague on Monday, Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul pledged unwavering
United States & Canada
Just days after Prime Minister Rob Jetten used his United Nations General Assembly speech to defend the ICC against growing US pressure, Joe Popolo, the American ambassador in The Hague has publicly pushed back, offering a stark reminder that Washington's objections to the court run deep and enjoy
United States & Canada
As pressure mounts on the International Criminal Court and Washington prepares sanctions against the Hague-based tribunal, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten used his debut address to the United Nations General Assembly to deliver one of his strongest international messages yet: the ICC must be protected. Exclusive reporting and analysis
Ukraine
Twelve years after the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, the five governments leading the international effort to secure justice for the victims have issued a renewed pledge to pursue accountability. But beyond reaffirming their commitment, the new diplomatic statement contains little in the way of fresh developments, underscoring how
United States & Canada
The Dutch government is intensifying efforts to head off a new round of American restrictions on ASML's China business, as pressure mounts in Washington for tougher controls on advanced chip technology. Prime Minister Rob Jetten says he is confident a compromise can still be reached, but the outcome
Russia
For years, Western leaders have largely avoided direct encounters with Vladimir Putin, seeking to isolate the Russian president after his full-scale invasion of Ukraine. But if Putin accepts an American invitation to the G20 summit in Miami this December, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten is prepared to be in
Asia & Australia
As Europe looks increasingly toward the Indo-Pacific and Western allies seek to strengthen ties amid growing geopolitical tensions, the Netherlands and Australia have agreed to elevate their relationship to a formal strategic partnership. But beyond the diplomatic language, the agreement offers a detailed roadmap for cooperation on defence, critical
United States & Canada
The Dutch government is preparing for the possibility of a new escalation in Washington’s campaign against the International Criminal Court, but Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen insists the European Union’s powerful 'blocking statute' remains a weapon of last resort. As pressure on the Hague-based court grows
Asia & Australia
A coalition of 21 countries, including the Netherlands, is calling for stronger international oversight of the world's most powerful AI systems ahead of this week's UN General Assembly. But with the United States and China missing from the initiative, questions remain over whether global rules for
United States & Canada
As the United States prepares what could be its most sweeping sanctions yet against the International Criminal Court (ICC), Dutch officials are not caught off guard. The Hague had already anticipated that Washington might unveil new measures around this week's United Nations General Assembly, according to sources familiar
Caribbean & Latin America
As world leaders gather in New York next week for the 81st United Nations General Assembly, the Dutch government is preparing an broad diplomatic offensive. From artificial intelligence and cybercrime to Ukraine, maritime security and humanitarian crises, Prime Minister Rob Jetten and four cabinet ministers will take part in a