Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel was awarded the Gouden Medaille in Amsterdam for her significant contributions to Europe. Mayor Femke Halsema presented the honor, highlighting Merkel’s embodiment of freedom and her steadfast commitment to the rule of law. Merkel also…
Amsterdam is no longer classified as a safety risk area, as announced by Mayor Femke Halsema. This decision comes after the unrest following the Ajax vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv match, during which police had imposed measures to prevent violence. The…
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema survived a no-confidence vote in response to violent outbreaks following the Ajax-Maccabi Tel Aviv match. While she defended the actions taken by local authorities to ensure public safety, she acknowledged they were unable to prevent unrest….
Amsterdam’s Mayor Femke Halsema faces increasing pressure as tensions rise between various community groups and politically in The Hague. Recent incidents, including protests linked to historical commemorations, have intensified criticism directed at Halsema from both the Jewish and Muslim communities,…
