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South Korea sent a container ship to Europe via the Arctic for the first time

The PanStar Acro set sail from Busan to Europe via the Northern Sea Route. The route cuts the journey by 7,000 km, but carries environmental and political risks.

Economy • August 22, 10:15 PM • 4474 views
South Korean container ship to test Arctic route

A container ship from Busan will travel to Europe via the Arctic, with stops in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Poland. The journey will take 40–45 days.

Economy • August 19, 06:04 PM • 6838 views
Italy sees no signs of Russian involvement in explosion at ammunition plant - DW

Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto dismissed speculation about Russia's involvement in the explosion at the KNDS Ammo Italy plant in Colleferro. The incident occurred on August 13; there were no casualties.

Society • August 18, 08:44 AM • 4762 views
"Welcome back, Colonel!" — people in Kyiv bid farewell to Yevhen KonovaletsVideo

A farewell ceremony for Yevhen Konovalets, the founder of the OUN, was held in Kyiv. The colonel's ashes were greeted by a corridor of torches, soldiers of the Third Army Corps, and the Yevhen Konovalets Military School.

Society • August 14, 07:13 PM • 75911 views
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The remains of Yevhen Konovalets were brought to a UGCC cathedral in KyivPhoto

The remains of Yevhen Konovalets, the founder of the OUN, were returned to Ukraine after being exhumed in Rotterdam. They will be temporarily reburied at the National Military Memorial Cemetery and, in the future, transferred to the Pantheon of Heroes.

Society • August 14, 12:18 PM • 22703 views
Explosion at the Port of Rotterdam: one person killed, six injured

An explosion occurred in the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands, likely due to an error while disconnecting pipelines. As a result of the incident, one person was killed, and six others were injured.

News of the World • August 13, 06:09 PM • 7128 views
The ashes of the first head of the OUN, Yevhen Konovalets, have been returned to UkrainePhoto

The remains of the first head of the OUN, Yevhen Konovalets, have arrived in Ukraine. They will be reburied at the National Military Memorial Cemetery.

Society • August 13, 12:55 PM • 3659 views
Remains of the first head of the OUN, Yevhen Konovalets, were exhumed for return to Ukraine - OP

The remains of Colonel Yevhen Konovalets were exhumed at Rotterdam's "Crooswijk" Cemetery. The ashes will be returned to Ukraine and reburied at the National Military Memorial Cemetery.

Society • August 11, 10:13 AM • 18629 views
The MV Hondius has been cleared for voyages following a hantavirus outbreak that claimed the lives of three passengers

The vessel underwent disinfection in Rotterdam following an outbreak of hantavirus from South America. The Netherlands Public Health Service has authorized new voyages.

News of the World • June 1, 01:11 PM • 3384 views
Zelenskyy reveals who could be the next to be returned to the pantheon of Ukrainian heroesPhoto

The President took part in the reburial of Andriy Melnyk at a military cemetery. The authorities are already working on returning the remains of Yevhen Konovalets to Ukraine.

Society • May 25, 11:30 AM • 4067 views
Four Ukrainians among crew members sent to quarantine in Rotterdam due to hantavirus on the liner - conditions revealedPhotoVideo

Four Ukrainians from the vessel MV Hondius are among the crew members sent to quarantine in the port of Rotterdam due to hantavirus. They are to be isolated in special trailers until June 17.

Society • May 18, 01:46 PM • 17220 views
Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship arrives in Rotterdam

The vessel MV Hondius has arrived in Rotterdam for disinfection following the deaths of three people from hantavirus. The crew is currently under quarantine under police supervision.

Health • May 18, 08:43 AM • 3984 views
Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship to arrive in Rotterdam today for quarantine and disinfection

The MV Hondius is set to arrive in Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Three people have died as a result of the illness, and the crew will be placed under quarantine.

Health • May 18, 04:47 AM • 4464 views
"Mission accomplished": The liner Hondius leaves Tenerife, the last two buses with passengers are heading to the airport

The vessel MV Hondius has departed Tenerife for Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Passengers were evacuated by plane to Australia and the Netherlands.

Health • May 11, 06:59 PM • 7647 views
Last passengers of hantavirus-stricken liner to be evacuated on a single flight

Passengers from the MV Hondius in Tenerife are being evacuated on a single flight to the Netherlands. The WHO has confirmed nine cases of hantavirus infection in Europe.

Health • May 11, 02:36 PM • 4530 views
Citizens of various countries, including Ukraine, evacuated to the Netherlands from a liner with hantavirus

Twenty-six people of various nationalities, including Ukrainians, were evacuated from the MV Hondius vessel due to a hantavirus outbreak. The passengers were sent into strict quarantine.

Health • May 11, 05:36 AM • 5414 views
Oil prices show mixed dynamics amid supply uncertainty

Brent futures rose to $95. 19, while WTI fell to $91.05. The market awaits US-Iran talks amid limited fuel supplies.

Economy • April 15, 06:34 AM • 4236 views
Iran-linked group "Ashab al-Yamin" claims responsibility for terrorist attacks in Europe - FT

The group "Ashab al-Yamin" claimed responsibility for arsons and explosions in Britain, France, and the Netherlands. Police have already arrested several suspects.

News of the World • April 5, 11:27 AM • 44739 views
Night explosion occurred near Israeli center in the Netherlands

Police are investigating an explosion in Nijkerk near the Christians for Israel organization's center. There were no casualties, and the attack is linked to a wave of antisemitism in the country.

Crimes and emergencies • April 4, 11:57 AM • 6735 views
Explosion occurred near a Jewish school in Amsterdam after an attack on a synagogue in RotterdamVideo

An improvised device exploded near the wall of the Cheider school. Dutch authorities called the incident a targeted attack on the Jewish community.

News of the World • March 14, 11:40 AM • 5628 views
Swede sentenced for planning chemical terror attack at Eurovision

A Luxembourg court has sentenced a 23-year-old Swede to eight years in prison for planning a terror attack at Eurovision 2020 in Rotterdam. He was arrested in 2020 after a bomb-making workshop and attack plans, which included cyanide and chlorine poisoning, were discovered.

News of the World • November 27, 12:00 PM • 2906 views
Rotterdam port workers suspend strike for five days for negotiations

Hundreds of Rotterdam port workers are suspending their strike for five days starting Monday. This will allow for new negotiations between unions and employers regarding wage increases.

News of the World • October 12, 02:31 PM • 4503 views
The Netherlands stated that places for Ukrainian refugees are running out

The Netherlands states that it lacks resources to accommodate new Ukrainian refugees, creating a critical situation. Municipalities face a shortage of places and funding, which could lead to the closure of existing centers.

Society • September 9, 02:19 PM • 10098 views
"Close the sky over Ukraine": Ukrainian community held rallies in European capitalsPhoto

On August 2-3, Ukrainians held rallies in European cities, calling for increased international aid to protect against Russian air attacks. Participants demanded accelerated transfer of air defense systems and condemned Russian propaganda.

Our people abroad • August 6, 12:08 PM • 3070 views
Europe's largest port prepares to receive military cargo in case of war with Russia - FT

The Port of Rotterdam is reserving berths for vessels with military cargo and planning cargo diversions in case of conflict. This is being done in coordination with Antwerp and at NATO's request.

News of the World • July 8, 09:41 AM • 2951 views
Russia Detains Oil Tanker Belonging to NATO Member: Details of the Incident

Russia Detained the Greek Oil Tanker Green Admire, Which Was En Route from Estonia to Rotterdam. Estonia Has Warned NATO Allies About the Unpredictable Behavior of the Russian Federation.

News of the World • May 18, 05:28 PM • 9929 views
Flights will be prohibited and shipping restricted in The Hague during the NATO summit

During the NATO summit in The Hague, the Dutch authorities will introduce restrictions in the airspace and at sea. Flights will be completely prohibited within a radius of 16 km from The Hague, and shipping will be restricted.

News of the World • May 1, 10:42 AM • 6661 views
In the Netherlands, Ukrainian refugees are forced to be denied shelter due to overcrowded shelters

Dutch municipalities are forced to deny shelter to Ukrainian refugees due to a lack of accommodation.

Society • March 19, 02:19 PM • 43330 views
Champions League March 5: "Benfica" vs "Barcelona", "Bayer" and "Bayern" and other Round of 16 matches

On March 5, four Champions League Round of 16 matches will take place. PSG will host Liverpool, Benfica will play Barcelona, Feyenoord will meet Inter, and Bayern will play against Bayer.

Sports • March 5, 02:21 PM • 14131 views
A Russian citizen was detained in the Netherlands on suspicion of espionage and technology theft

The Russian engineer is suspected of stealing technical documentation for the production of chips in the companies ASML and Mapper Lithography. He was banned from entering the Netherlands for 20 years due to a threat to national security.

News of the World • December 9, 03:09 AM • 19302 views