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De Volkskrant's front page covers a range of international and domestic news, with a prominent interview about the International Criminal Court facing immense pressure and a cyberattack. Other top stories include Shell's doubled profits due to Middle East and Ukraine wars, political developments…
The International Criminal Court's registrar, Osvaldo Zavala Giler, is struggling to keep the institution running after a major cyberattack in 2023, acknowledging that absolute safety is unattainable.
Shell has seen its profits double, a financial surge attributed to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
Political parties BBB, JA21, and SGP are jointly presenting demands concerning nitrogen emissions, asylum policies, and abortion rights.
Prime Minister Jetten of the D66 party has expressed a desire to work on ensuring the Dutch monarchy is sustainable for the future.
A judge in the United States has expressed disapproval of the Trump administration's involvement in determining the validity of ballots.
A nationwide lockdown requiring birds to be kept indoors has been put into effect immediately following three outbreaks of bird flu in a short span of time.
A mine clearance operation is currently in progress in Olesjky amidst a ceasefire.
During his visit to the Catshuis, Ukrainian President Zelensky advocated for a larger role for Europe in peace negotiations, stating it would be beneficial if European countries spoke with one voice.
A cruise that was marketed as 'eternal' has ended after two years, as the dream proved to be unattainable.
A significant blow to press freedom in Egypt has occurred with the forced closure of one of the country's last remaining independent media organizations.
Heineken has reported an increase in beer sales across all its markets, with a particularly strong performance from its premium brands.
Another cargo ship has been struck off the Bulgarian coast, but the crew has been safely evacuated.
Following a decade-long disagreement, a statue of Aletta Jacobs will be erected in The Hague, though it will be created by a different artist and located at an alternative site.
The Israeli-Arab parties have nearly doubled their seats in the elections; opposition leaders claim they won't cooperate with them, but forming a government without them is impossible.
There is unease in Tel Aviv regarding the political situation, with some believing it was the final opportunity to remove Netanyahu from power.
The UN's human rights chief has expressed hope that the next Israeli government will adhere to international law.
Spain is in shock following a new train derailment, with residents questioning how such an accident could happen again.
Following the train disaster in Spain, traffic controllers involved in the incident are being questioned by the Guardia Civil, and 53 people remain in hospital.
