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The Dutch government is cutting 25,000 full-time jobs in the civil service to create a more efficient government, with potential forced dismissals. International news includes Zelensky's stance on Ukraine's neutral status and army size, increased traffic congestion with winter time, Trump's…
The Dutch cabinet is eliminating 25,000 full-time positions within the civil service, aiming for a more effective government. Specific job reductions per ministry will be detailed in the Spring Note, and compulsory dismissals cannot be ruled out.
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Ukraine's neutral status and a reduction in the size of its army are not open for discussion.
With the introduction of winter time, the busiest periods on the roads are becoming even more congested, leading to a nearly 25% increase in traffic jams.
Former US President Donald Trump has called on Israel to vote for Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that they need to complete their work.
Sven Kockelmann has received the Sonja Barend Award for his interview with the departing Prime Minister Mark Rutte.
The Prince of Liechtenstein has vetoed a proposal to relax the country's stringent abortion law.
Opposition leader María Corina Machado has returned to Venezuela following several months in exile.
A rescue operation is underway in the North Sea for a cargo ship that lost power and is drifting near Schiermonnikoog.
Biographer Maite Karssenberg has won the Libris History Prize for her work on a rebellious 19th-century female philosopher.
A campaign promoting consensual hugging has led to embarrassment for the Irish government.
Protest groups and labor unions in France are urging citizens to participate in further demonstrations.
Supporters are euphoric following the historic election victory of Lula da Silva in Brazil, who stated that they should not be paralyzed by fear. However, concerns remain as his far-right opponent, Flávio Bolsonaro, refuses to accept the results.
Despite harsh rhetoric and announced sanctions from the United States, the International Criminal Court has quietly secured an exception for the use of American technology.
