The king has previously apologized for his family’s role in slavery, but some South Africans seek a direct apology and reparations from the Netherlands.
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Rotterdam Shootings Leave 3 Dead, Dutch Police Say
A 32-year-old student of the medical school was arrested as a suspect in the shootings, the police said, but a motive remained unclear.
Stolen Van Gogh Painting Is Returned in Ikea Bag
A tipster handed the work over to a Dutch art crimes detective who had been investigating the theft together with the police.
New E.U. Climate Change Rules Anger Bloc’s Farmers
Asked to cut herds, move or even shut down to help meet E.U. environmental goals, agricultural workers say too much is demanded of them. Their anger is reshaping the political landscape.
New E.U. Climate Change Rules Anger Bloc’s Farmers
Asked to cut herds, move or even shut down to help meet E.U. environmental goals, agricultural workers say too much is demanded of them. Their anger is reshaping the political landscape.
How Ecuador’s Neighbors Unleashed Drug Violence on Its Soil
A presidential candidate’s assassination has focused global attention on the country’s extraordinary bloodshed fueled by powerful international and domestic crime groups.
Fire Aboard Cargo Ship off Dutch Coast Is Still Raging
The vessel, which has about 3,000 vehicles on board, has been burning since Tuesday. One crew member died.
1 Dead and 22 Injured in Cargo Ship Fire Off the Netherlands
The ship was carrying nearly 3,000 vehicles near the Dutch island of Ameland in the North Sea when the fire was reported late Tuesday, officials said.
Amsterdam to Bar Cruise Ships From Central Terminal
The Dutch capital will stop cruise ships from docking in the city center as part of a campaign to curb pollution and reduce the flow of tourists.
Stranded in Tunisia, Migrants Wait for Death
Tunisia has pushed African migrants to scorching no-man’s lands along its borders with little food and water. Under a deal with the European Union, Tunisia agreed to tighten border controls in exchange for aid.