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Morocco beat the Netherlands on penalties in the 2026 World Cup, triggering jubilant celebrations in The Hague’s large Moroccan community that were later disrupted by clashes with police, resulting in several arrests as officers used water cannon and batons; Morocco advances to the last 16 to face Canada.
ICC in The Hague reportedly issued secret arrest warrants for three Israeli politicians and two IDF officials, per Haaretz citing a diplomatic source; it’s unclear when the warrants were issued, and this would extend the court’s secrecy approach beyond publicly known warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant in 2024. International law experts say secrecy can improve arrest odds, while public warrants serve deterrence; this is a developing story.
Félicien Kabuga, a key suspect accused of financing the 1994 Rwandan genocide, has died at age 91 in The Hague, where he had been awaiting trial at the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals.
The International Criminal Court unsealed an arrest warrant for former Philippine police chief Ronald Dela Rosa over his alleged indirect role in murders tied to Duterte’s deadly drug war. He fled into the Philippine Senate when police arrived, prompting a lockdown as authorities sought to detain him. Duterte’s broader case has factored into the timeline, with his own arrest and charges linked to crimes against humanity, and eight co-perpetrators named in the ICC proceedings.
Lawyers for convicted Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladic request provisional or conditional release from The Hague prison due to serious illness and a high risk of imminent death, seeking treatment in a Serbian-language hospital or hospice; an independent health assessment has been ordered as judges consider the request.
The International Criminal Court is conducting a four‑day hearing in The Hague to decide whether former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte should stand trial on crimes against humanity linked to his anti‑drug crackdown, with prosecutors alleging involvement in at least 76 killings; Duterte has rejected ICC jurisdiction and will not be present, and the court will determine if there is enough evidence to proceed to a full trial, a ruling that tests the ICC’s reach and Duterte’s controversial legacy.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and 34 countries approved a plan to create a compensation body to address damages caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with funding and enforcement challenges remaining, and support for a new international court to prosecute Russian officials.
A peaceful anti-immigration protest in The Hague turned violent as protesters clashed with police, throwing stones and setting a police vehicle on fire, amid rising tensions ahead of the Dutch general election. The demonstration was organized by a social media call from 'Els Rechts' and coincided with political instability following the collapse of the ruling government over migration policies. Dutch officials condemned the violence, emphasizing the importance of peaceful demonstrations.
A protest in The Hague against immigration policies turned violent, with clashes between protesters and police resulting in the use of tear gas and water cannons, and damage to property, prompting condemnation from Dutch officials and political leaders.
Violence erupted at an anti-immigration protest in The Hague, organized by a right-wing activist, leading to police using tear gas and water cannons. The protest, which involved far-right groups and resulted in property damage, occurred just over a month before the Dutch general election, amid political tensions following the withdrawal of Geert Wilders' party from the ruling coalition.
President Trump attended a NATO summit in The Hague where Western leaders agreed to significantly increase defense spending, aiming for 5% of GDP, marking a notable shift from previous commitments.
The 2025 NATO Summit will be held in The Hague, Netherlands, featuring a series of events including a public forum, defense industry discussions, and high-level meetings among NATO leaders, with extensive live coverage and media opportunities.
Three suspects have been arrested following a deadly explosion in The Hague, Netherlands, which killed six people and destroyed several homes. The blast, which occurred early Saturday, has left the community in shock, with police investigating potential criminal motives. Among the victims were three members of a family, while an 8-year-old boy survived. Authorities are seeking more information from the public as they continue their investigation.
A massive explosion and fire in The Hague, Netherlands, resulted in at least three deaths and the destruction of five houses. Emergency services, including firefighters and rescue teams, responded to the scene, while authorities warned residents about heavy smoke. The cause of the explosion remains unclear, but police are investigating a suspicious car seen speeding away. The incident has raised concerns about rising arson attacks in the country, possibly linked to drug gang rivalries.
An explosion and fire in a residential area of The Hague, Netherlands, resulted in the deaths of at least three people and injuries to others, with several apartments destroyed. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and authorities are searching for a car seen leaving the scene. Emergency services have shifted from rescue to recovery efforts, as the chance of finding more survivors is slim. Dutch leaders, including the Prime Minister and the royal family, expressed their condolences to those affected.