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The International Commission on Missing Persons in The Hague is currently processing 15 bone samples believed to belong to individuals who disappeared during the 1998-1999 Kosovo war, with most submitted this year.
The United Nations is set to discuss the military's role as the world's fourth-largest polluter in late May, following an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice in The Hague.
A 35-year-old police employee in The Hague is suspected of official bribery, embezzling police clothing, unauthorized access to police systems, and sharing police information with third parties.
Truck drivers are driving slowly on the Afsluitdijk and the A4 from Rotterdam to The Hague.
Dutch rapper Kempi has been sentenced by a court in The Hague to seven months in prison for making death threats against his pregnant ex-partner and for illegal possession of weapons.
Canadian judge Kimberly Prost, sanctioned by the United States, has affirmed she never reconsidered her work at the International Criminal Court, despite the sanctions leading to her exclusion from most of the international banking system, as former Philippine President Duterte also marked his 81st birthday while in ICC detention.
The Public Prosecution Service is demanding prison sentences of over 17 years in an appeal case against 18 suspects involved in a criminal organization led by The Hague drug lord Piet S.
The F.A.Z. Feuilleton has released its curated calendar of museum exhibitions for April 2026, featuring baroque painters in Ghent, photography in Vienna, and birds in The Hague.
Guest curator Simon Schama at The Hague's Mauritshuis is exploring the intricate relationship between humans and birds through an art exhibition, metaphorically titled after a sparrow's impact on dominoes.
The Mayor of The Hague, a city where nearly 60% of residents have foreign roots, has assured its citizens that the city will maintain its international character.
The Ministry of Finance in The Hague has blocked several primary systems after being hit by a computer intrusion last week, with Bloomberg reporting the systems were blocked after a hack.
Germany has announced a 180-degree turn, stating it will not intervene on behalf of Israel in the genocide case brought against it at the International Court of Justice in The Hague concerning Gaza.
Voter turnout in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Utrecht remained low on Wednesday evening for the municipal elections, falling below the already dismal figures from the 2022 local elections.
Brazil has updated its regulations to better protect victims of domestic violence living abroad, aligning with a Supreme Court decision on the application of the Hague Convention in parental disputes and recognizing violence against mothers as a risk factor for children.
An article discusses the legal recourse available to left-behind parents in the Philippines under the Hague Abduction Convention, which aims to protect children from wrongful removal or retention.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague has launched an investigation into Belarus for alleged crimes against humanity. The investigation was initiated at Lithuania's request, which believes some crimes were committed on its territory.
Renovation work on the Binnenhof parliamentary complex in The Hague has turned up remnants of an early 14th-century city gate....
The Slovenian government has decided not to join South Africa's lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, citing alleged violations of the Genocide Convention.
he Philippines still has no plans to rejoin the International Criminal Court, Malacañang said on Monday, as the Philippine National Police (PNP) prepares for possible protest actions marking the first anniversary of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest and detention in The Hague.
The City Board of the Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS) in Požarevac is organizing a two-day program to mark the twentieth anniversary of the death of the party's founder and former president, Slobodan Milošević, in The Hague.
Efforts from Beijing, The Hague, and Brussels to push both to a mediated resolution have done little to resolve the impasse
Tači has been in custody in The Hague since 2020, where he, along with other former KLA leaders, is on trial before the Specialized Council for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
The Netherlands respects Juraj Blanár's actions but reminds Bratislava of its weak fight against corruption and insufficient LGBTQ+ rights, indicating that The Hague will not back down and will act against Slovakia if necessary.
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA) is planning a significant investment of 200 million euros for the renovation and modernization of its facilities.
Victims and their lawyers are making the journey to The Hague, expressing hope for due process that they claim was denied to them for a long time during the Duterte drug war.
A new political party, 'De drerrie,' has been established in The Hague, aiming to represent what is described as the 'Nederlander van de toekomst' (Dutch person of the future).
The renovation of the Binnenhof parliamentary complex in The Hague is facing further delays due to ring-necked parakeets. The council is addressing the issue caused by the birds.
The trial of former KLA leader Hashim Thaçi and four co-defendants for obstructing and disrespecting the special court in The Hague continued with defense lawyers cross-examining a prosecution witness.
Wild parakeets are causing damage during the renovation of the Binnenhof complex in The Hague, gnawing on facades and crane cables, which could lead to short circuits.
Supreme Court judge Isaac Lenaola has been elected to head the Hague-based Sierra Leone court for the next two years.
While supporters of jailed former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte rallied outside the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, victims' families recounted years of fear, loss and…
An animal protection charity has urged runners in The Hague to avoid routes used by migrating toads, as many are being trampled to death during their annual migration.
The port of Rotterdam aims to become more sustainable, but claims that policies from The Hague are making these efforts practically impossible.
'Before the jailed man at the Hague became president, didn't we know right from wrong?' says Archbishop Socrates Villegas. 'We knew that killing was sin... Yet, we justified addict murders, vulgar jokes'
The municipal elections four years ago saw historically low voter turnout, with just over half of eligible voters participating nationwide, and even lower turnout in The Hague.
The Italian Ambassador to the Netherlands, Augusto Massari, visited Europol headquarters in The Hague to meet with the agency's top management and Italian staff.
Dragoljub Kunarac, a Bosnian Serb convicted by the Hague Tribunal for war crimes against Bosniak civilians, has been extradited to Bosnia and Herzegovina for a new trial after serving his sentence.
It comes as a surprise even to Duterte's group that jurisdiction was not hammered home in the defense's opening statement
A first-instance verdict is soon expected in the case of 'Specialized Prosecutor v. Hashim Thaçi et al.' before the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague, though it will not be final as defendants have appeal options.
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated that Russia's imperial ambitions extend beyond Ukraine and pose a broader threat to Europe, speaking in an exclusive comment to Ukrinform in The Hague.
A report from The Hague highlights various cultural events and daily occurrences, including a lion dance, a tightrope walker, and a pancake for a hippopotamus.
A Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) veteran protested against the ongoing war crimes trial of four KLA leaders in The Hague, stating that life in Kosovo is hard but they are free.
Thousands of people gathered in The Hague to celebrate the Chinese New Year with a vibrant dragon parade.
Kosovo's President Hashim Thaci is defending his innocence as he awaits a ruling from the Hague on war crimes charges.
Gert-Jan Koopman, Director-General for Enlargement at the European Commission, spoke about the progress of EU enlargement during a debate in The Hague on March 30.
Ahmed Aboutaleb has agreed to lead the formation of a new municipal government in The Hague, following his successful completion of the initial scouting phase.
The Hague is reportedly considering plans to build two 230-meter residential towers to address the severe housing shortage in the city.
Former president Rodrigo Duterte remains at the ICC detention center in The Hague, Netherlands, where he has been held since March 2025
Hamas has welcomed the decision by Iceland and the Netherlands to formally join the case brought by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague.
The escalating Middle East conflict is causing a widening global economic impact, with Houthi attacks on shipping routes leading to fuel supply concerns and disruptions. This has prompted countries to consider alternatives to natural gas and contributed to a critical global helium shortage, further impacting various industries and economies.
During a check of a supermarket in The Hague's Rustenburg-Oostbroek district, 102,800 illegal cigarettes were found, on which no excise duty had been paid.
The Public Prosecutor's Office in the Netherlands has been ordered by the Court of Appeal in The Hague to initiate a criminal case against a fishmonger who refused service to a woman wearing a niqab.
An incident occurred in South Mitrovica when citizens attempted to prevent the removal of a billboard displaying former KLA leaders Hashim Thaçi and Kadri Veseli, who are currently on trial in The Hague.
The departing director of Rover, a public transport advocacy group, has criticized the lack of clear direction in The Hague, stating that travelers are ultimately paying the price for this deficiency.
In a special live recording, journalists Marleen de Rooy and Jorn Jonker discuss how they obtain their exclusive stories and scoops in The Hague, often starting with informal coffee meetings.
Germany has announced it will not intervene on behalf of Israel in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) case in The Hague, where Israel faces accusations of genocide in Gaza.
Rwanda is seeking approximately 100 million pounds from London following the collapse of their asylum deal, with the case now before the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague.
The United States embassy in The Hague issued a warning to Americans in the Netherlands to exercise caution due to the possibility of attacks.
Four people sustained minor injuries in The Hague, Netherlands, after a collision between a tram and a truck at an intersection.
Icelandic authorities have decided to join South Africa's lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, a move the Foreign Minister believes will not affect bilateral relations, while the Center Party chairman calls it ill-conceived.
The Italian and Colombian Embassies in the Netherlands jointly organized a seminar titled 'Restorative justice: its role in the context of international criminal justice' in The Hague.
Serbia reportedly returned to chaos following the assassination of its Prime Minister, who had sought to bring the country into the EU and cooperated with the Hague Tribunal, handing over figures like Milošević.
Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Utrecht will receive a total of 7 million euros in 2026 to increase vaccination rates in low-income neighborhoods, the Dutch government announced.
The suspect in a femicide case in Zwijndrecht did not appear for the appeal in his case at the court in The Hague. According to the Public Prosecution Service, Minh V.
A 71-year-old man accused of the 1992 murder of garage owner Loek van Dam in The Hague has been released from pretrial detention, making his acquittal highly likely and leaving the case unsolved.
Former US envoy Richard Grenell welcomed the dissolution of Kosovo's Assembly and suggested that Hashim Thaçi, currently facing trial in The Hague, should lead the Kosovar government.
High Prosecutorial Council (VST) President Branko Stamenkovic told Danas daily on Friday that the closure of the Eurojust Serbia office in the Hague w
A 53-year-old suspect in a failed jewelry store robbery in Lisse, who faces a series of other sentences, expressed his desire for life imprisonment during a court hearing in The Hague.
The fourth episode of the documentary series 'Journalists – Witnesses Before the Hague Tribunal,' by Boro Kontić, produced by Mediacentar Sarajevo, is scheduled to air.
The Italian Ambassador to the Netherlands, Augusto Massari, paid a courtesy visit to the European Patent Office (EPO) in The Hague, a leading European organization in industrial property.
As judges in The Hague consider whether former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte’s crimes against humanity case should proceed to trial, a parallel battle over the narrative has taken hold…
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA) is investing 200 million euros in a renovation project starting in 2028, which will include a new runway and a terminal overhaul.
Iranians in The Netherlands are planning public gatherings to mark the deaths of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, military commander Abdolrahim Mousavi, and other high-ranking regime officials.
Hundreds of people gathered at Malieveld in The Hague to protest in support of the Iranian people and against the Iranian regime, following recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.
The trial of former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi began at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague, where prosecutor Kimberli West accused him of obstructing justice by attempting to influence witnesses.
A retired Dutch general who attended last summer’s Nato summit in The Hague has claimed the train he was travelling...
Dragoljub Kunarac, a former Bosnian Serb soldier convicted by the Hague Tribunal for war crimes including torture, rape, and enslavement in Foča in 1992, has been released on bail in Serbia, sparking concerns about his potential escape.
The first openly gay leader of the Netherlands and the Argentine Olympic athlete met in 2022 in a supermarket in The Hague, announced their engagement in 2024, and have become role models for the LGBTQ+ community
A 61-year-old man from Hillegom, Pieter K., has been sentenced by The Hague court to repay 302,000 euros to the Dutch government after defrauding individuals over COVID-19 claims and using the funds for personal spending.
A shopping arcade in the center of The Hague was evacuated after multiple people complained of a 'strange smell,' with nine individuals receiving medical checks.
In The Hague, on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the blue-and-yellow Ukrainian flag was raised on the flagpole of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands.
The Philippines and the Netherlands mark 75 years of diplomatic relations, highlighting the Netherlands as a top investor and upcoming naval partner for the Philippines.
King Willem-Alexander swore in all members of the new Cabinet at Huis ten Bosch palace in The Hague.
Supporters of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte rallied in The Hague as the International Criminal Court considers evidence against him regarding his war on drugs.
Members of the Duterte family will not be allowed to visit the former president during confirmation of charges hearings at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands.
A lion dance family performs in The Hague's Chinatown, engaging in a traditional ritual to ward off evil spirits.
Rappler is providing special coverage of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte's pre-trial proceedings at the International Criminal Court in The Hague.
Thousands of people in Kosovo have rallied against the war crimes trial of former Kosovo Liberation Army commanders, as a special court in The Hague hears closing arguments.
Úspěšná záchrana amerického vojáka z íránského území je učebnicovým příkladem fungování programu SERE v reálné situaci.
A police officer in The Hague was arrested on suspicion of unlawfully accessing police systems, sharing confidential information, misappropriating uniforms, and bribery.
Police in The Hague pursued a suspected drunk driver who had been reported shortly before midnight.
A fact-check article has debunked claims that former President Duterte was not served food during his flight to The Hague following his arrest, citing video evidence from Senator Bong Go's social media.
Amsterdam's new council coalition is set to be formed by Progressief Nederland, while The Hague's council is reportedly in disarray.
Hundreds gathered in The Hague for rival demonstrations, with some protesting the war in Iran and others counter-demonstrating in support of military action, requiring police to keep the groups separated.
The Court of Appeal in The Hague has ruled that the Public Prosecution Service must initiate criminal proceedings against a fishmonger who refused to serve a woman wearing a niqab in his shop.
A 20-year-old man from The Hague has been sentenced to five years in prison and mandatory psychiatric treatment for the online sexual abuse of 34 children.
Representatives of Serbia's Green-Left Front have commenced a series of visits to European countries and EU institutions, starting with meetings in Brussels and planning further engagements in Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, The Hague, and Oslo.
Today marks ten years since the Hague Tribunal convicted Radovan Karadžić for genocide in Srebrenica, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, prompting reflection on the world's reaction to the verdict.
A journalist shares a personal account of their experience covering the pre-trial proceedings in The Hague related to former President Duterte, reflecting on the moral complexities and public support for his actions.
The first exit poll for The Hague City Council election indicates significant changes, with the local right-wing party Hart voor Den Haag appearing to be the decisive winner, expected to secure about a third of all votes.
A Serbian politician and convicted war criminal from The Hague has announced his intention to seek the restoration of the JSO, commonly known as the Red Berets.
Nearly three-quarters of the budget for Dutch municipalities comes from the national government in The Hague, highlighting the central government's significant financial control over local councils.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has begun its confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's drug war, with Filipino photojournalist Raffy Lerma present.
A suspect has been acquitted by a court in The Hague of vandalizing 32 graves and urns at Westduin cemetery and stealing a memorial stone and grave monument. However, the individual received an eight-month sentence for other charges.
During excavations around the Binnenhof in The Hague, archaeologists found the remains of the centuries-old Spuipoort.
With municipal elections approaching next week, 11 political parties in The Hague participated in a debate covering local issues such as tram line 19, sex workers, and rubbish collection.
Eurojust Serbia closed its office in The Hague on March 1st after the High Prosecutorial Council did not extend the mandate of Deputy Supreme Public Prosecutor Go. The closure is attributed to a 'power play' within Serbia.
Good morning! Today the Edisons are awarded in Leusden, and in The Hague an appeal is being heard against Minh Nghia V., also known as Lucky, for a shooting at a shopping center in...
An article reflects on the Nuremberg trials 80 years later, noting that the Hague court now serves a similar purpose.
A Dutch resident expresses a personal sentiment, stating they would move to The Hague for someone named 'Drerrie' if they didn't already have a nice place to live.
Branko Stamenković, President of the High Prosecutorial Council, stated that the cessation of operations for Serbia's Eurojust office in The Hague will negatively impact the country's prosecutorial and operational capabilities.
The Hague Group recommends arms embargoes, traveller screenings to enforce international law
The Eurojust Serbia office in The Hague ceased operations on March 1st after the High Judicial Council failed to extend the mandate of the deputy supreme public prosecutor or appoint a new liaison prosecutor, jeopardizing investigations against 'high targets'.
A segment of the 160,000 Dutch civil servants are protesting in The Hague against the new cabinet's austerity measures, which include a 'zero line' policy meaning no salary increases this year.
Investigators in Ukraine are continuing to collect extensive evidence of alleged Russian war crimes committed during four years of conflict, with the aim of future prosecutions at a special tribunal in The Hague.
Hundreds of Iranian nationals gathered in the centre of The Hague and on the Dam in Amsterdam at the weekend...
An 81-year-old man, Cor de J., has been sentenced to 18 years in prison by the Court of Appeal in The Hague for the 2022 murder of a 74-year-old man in Kinderdijk.
As the Netherlands prepares for local council elections on March 18, the housing crisis has emerged as the primary issue in The Hague.
Opening statements are set to begin at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague for Hashim Thaçi, Bashkim Smakaj, Isni Kilaj, Fadil Fazliu, and Hajredin Kuçi, who are accused of obstructing justice.
A documentary series titled 'Journalists – Witnesses Before the Hague Tribunal,' by Bor Kontić and produced by Mediacentar Sarajevo, explores how journalist Van Lynden foreshadowed Ratko Mladić's acti
Vice President Sara Duterte stated that her family no longer expects former president Rodrigo Duterte to return to the Philippines from The Hague, where he is detained awaiting trial by the International Criminal Court.
After his extradition from Germany, where he was serving a 28-year sentence imposed by the Hague Tribunal, Dragoljub Kunarac faces fresh proceedings in Bosnia for wartime killings and persecution.
MANILA, Philippines—As the confirmation of charges hearing against former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte got underway before Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague,
Closing statements in the trial of Hashim Thaci and three other former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders have reignited controversy over allegations that the Hague-based war crimes court is effectively prosecuting the guerrilla force’s armed struggle.
A first-instance verdict is soon expected in the trial of Hashim Thaçi and other Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) members before the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague, though it will not be final as appeals are available.
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands swore in the new minority government in The Hague. Rob Jetten, 38, became the youngest Prime Minister in Dutch history upon taking office.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in The Hague has urged Dutch nationals in several Mexican states to stay indoors as much as possible. The reason is the unrest that has arisen after the do...
He may not be present in person or even virtually, but everything that will be discussed inside Courtroom 1 of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague this week will be all about former president Rodrigo Duterte.
Police arrested eight individuals and one officer was injured during an unregistered protest against asylum policies in The Hague. The demonstration led to clashes and arrests as authorities sought to control the situation.
The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) clarifications in The Hague about the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) have been welcomed in Pakistan. However, the water crisis underscores a ser...