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Want to support the DutchNews podcast and keep up our stocks of stroopwafels and orange tompouces? Click here to become a Patreon backer Those who can, plan; those who can't, plan scenarios. At any rate, that seems to be how the Dutch government is preparing for the impending crisis triggered by the war in Iran and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. It wasn't enough to stop the king and queen's visit to the other orange king in the White House going ahead: the royal couple avoided any embarrassing mishaps, unless you count the faux pas of talking about last season's coup. Three men have appeared in court accused of organising the Drents Museum heist, while three major cyberhacks at Dutch companies have exposed the private details of millions of customers across Europe. And we explain why tough new asylum laws could have unexpected and unpleasant consequences for international workers who lose their jobs. Dutch News · The Women Take Over The Podcast Edition - Week 16 - 2026 News Fuel costs for low income workers could rise by €1000: CPB House prices fall in Q1 with wide regional differences Iranian students cut off from funds ask Dutch for help King stresses importance of Nato and reliability in US speech King welcomed being able to discuss differences with Trump Stolen gold helmet recovered, suspects have struck a deal Three men on trial accused of stealing gold helmet from museum PVV threatens last minute senate revolt over asylum reforms CDA hardens demands as tough new asylum laws head for vote New Dutch asylum law would hit international community too Hackers steal info about 200,000 Basic Fit members in NL Booking.com warns customers after reservation data breach Patient medical data stolen in Chipsoft ransomeware attack Digid takeover by US firm is a security risk, top official says Dutch are first in EU to approve Tesla's FSD driver support tech Sport AZ elimated from Europe after resting players for cup final Dutch women beat France, head World Cup qualifier group We could not provide the Dutch News service, and keep it free of charge, without the generous support of our readers. Your donations allow us to report on issues you tell us matter, and provide you with a summary of the most important Dutch news each day. Make a donation Thank you for donating to DutchNews.nl.