Recent news involving the Netherlands has included student protests in Ghent and Amsterdam against Israel's actions in Gaza, as well as climate activist Greta Thunberg being detained during a demonstration in The Hague. Additionally, celebrations erupted in Germany after the country liberalized cannabis rules, and a hostage situation in Ede, a town in the Netherlands, captured attention. The Dutch parliament's appointment of new negotiators to form a ruling coalition and the rise of ketamine and MDMA use in Europe have also been reported.
The Netherlands, also known as Holland, is a country located in Western Europe and the Caribbean, forming the largest constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It is known for its flat landscape, extensive canal systems, windmills, tulip fields, and cycling routes. The Dutch are recognized for their liberal social policies, including the legalization of euthanasia, prostitution, and same-sex marriage. The country has a strong economy driven by industries such as agriculture, trade, and manufacturing. Amsterdam is the capital city, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system, and vibrant cultural scene. The Netherlands is a member of the European Union, NATO, and other international organizations.
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Students in Ghent and Amsterdam occupied universities to protest against Israel’s war on Gaza.
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Greta Thunberg was among dozens of climate protesters detained by police in The Hague on Saturday, 6 April, as a demonstration partially blocking a road in the Dutch city. Extinction Rebellion (XR) said activists planned to block the A12 highway for the 3
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Celebrations reminiscent of that after the Berlin Wall fell were seen throughout Germany after the country liberalised rules on cannabis.
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Watch live from the eastern Dutch town of Ede on Saturday 30 March, where people were being held hostage and police evacuated homes.
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The Dutch parliament has named two new go-betweens to lead negotiations to form the next ruling coalition
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