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The Netherlands keeps pressure on Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir as EU support for sanctions falls short

Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir / photo: Instagram BG

The Netherlands is maintaining pressure on Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over his latest remarks on Gaza, but Dutch ministers admit there is still too little support in the EU for sanctions. Newly published parliamentary answers offer a glimpse into how The Hague is trying to combine criticism of Israel's most controversial ministers with a policy of continued dialogue.

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Why the Netherlands is extending its military mission in South Korea until 2028

The Dutch government has decided to extend its military contribution to the United Nations Command (UNC) in South Korea until the end of 2028, underlining a growing Dutch security interest in the Indo-Pacific at a time of rising tensions in East Asia and deepening cooperation between Russia and North

The Hague pushes EU development aid towards strategic partnerships

The Dutch government is backing a more overtly strategic use of European development policy, arguing that Brussels should be transparent about its own interests when building partnerships around the world. Exclusive reporting and analysis from The Hague. First month €2.50 Start reading

The Netherlands backs EU visa restrictions on Somalia and Guinea over returns cooperation

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China expands travel restrictions as Dutch government monitors impact

The Dutch government has voiced concern about China's growing focus on national and industrial security after Beijing expanded restrictions on foreign travel for large groups of public-sector and state-owned enterprise employees. But while acknowledging the potential implications, The Hague is stopping short of directly criticising the

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Why the Netherlands is extending its military mission in South Korea until 2028

The Hague pushes EU development aid towards strategic partnerships

The Netherlands backs EU visa restrictions on Somalia and Guinea over returns cooperation

China expands travel restrictions as Dutch government monitors impact