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Dutch voters cast ballots amid discontent over politics and stalled promises

Dutch voters head to the polls today, Wednesday, after two turbulent years under Geert Wilders’ far-right government, with the coalition’s collapse over migration policy and growing public discontent setting the stage for one of the most unpredictable elections in recent Dutch history.

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Fact check: Can you rely on AI chatbots for voting advice?

The Dutch Data Protection Authority has issued a firm warning that users should not use chatbots to decide who to vote for as the country gears up for a snap general election. But what are the risks, and what can potential voters use instead?

Euronews

Dutch voters decide future amid rising far-right influence

The Netherlands is bracing for a pivotal general election on 29 October, with more than 13 million eligible voters set to decide on the country's future direction amid fervent debates over EU membership, the war in Ukraine and immigration policy. Polls indicate that the far-right PVV party is likely to…

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Voting opens in Netherlands as narrowing polls suggest second Geert Wilders win

Major parties rule out coalition with rightwinger, giving his party little chance of being part of government

The Guardian - UK

Uncertainty high among Dutch voters in final stretch of election campaigns

Wednesday's snap parliamentary election is expected to be a tight race between the four biggest parties, ranging across the political spectrum, as many voters remain uncertain about their choice.

Euronews

Dutch elections: Five things to watch

The Netherlands goes to the polls in an election that could see the far-right win, but no clear path to forming a government.

Euronews

As Netherlands goes to the polls again, Geert Wilders faces isolation

With other parties refusing to govern with the far-right leader, months of political deadlock may lie ahead

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“Stay on track” on zero-emissions vehicles, say France and Spain. Newsletter

This week's key events presented by Euronews’ energy and environment reporter, Marta Pacheco, and Euronews' tech reporter, Cynthia Kroet.

Euronews

‘Open hostility has become normalised’: Dutch Muslims fear rise of far right as general election looms

The poll is seen as a litmus test for the Netherlands and its democratic ideals, as activists decry a hardening of political discourse driven by Geert Wilders

The Guardian - UK

Geert Wilders failed in government, but the far right retains its grip on the Netherlands

A media in thrall to Wilders’ party ensures its agenda is entrenched in Dutch politics and will dominate Wednesday’s election, says political scientist Cas Mudde

The Guardian - UK

Dutch general election focuses on migration and housing crisis as Wilders seeks another win

The Dutch election is highlighting two major issues

The Independent UK

The Netherlands is trying to draw a line under a year of chaos with fresh elections – will it work?

Dutch voters are to elect a new parliament for the third time in just five years on October 29. Prime Minister Dick Schoof called a snap election following the collapse of his cabinet in June, just 11 months after it was sworn in.

The Conversation

The Dutch election: key players and main issues in the snap poll

Voters could swap a rightwing government for a more moderate coalition – but the fragmentary political system makes many outcomes possible

The Guardian - UK

Majority of Dutch parties' election programmes violate rule of law, report claims

A total of 12 of 15 Dutch political parties running in the October elections have proposals that violate the rule of law, according to the Dutch Bar Association.

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Dutch far-right lawmaker Wilders resumes campaign after suspected terror plot

Geert Wilders had suspended his election campaign after being identified among the alleged targets of a suspected terror cell in Belgium.

The Independent UK

Far-right lawmaker Geert Wilders returns to Dutch campaign trail after drone plot threat

Dutch far-right lawmaker Geert Wilders has announced his return to the campaign trail

Euronews

Geert Wilders’ far-right party leads polls two months before Dutch vote

Topics including migration, the economy, housing and foreign affairs are expected to dominate the campaign.

Radio France Internationale

From Washington to Warsaw: how MAGA influence is reshaping Europe’s far right

From closed-door conferences in Paris to policy summits in Madrid and Warsaw, US-style nationalism, championed by Donald Trump’s allies, is gaining ground in Europe – raising urgent questions about the future of democracy on both sides of the Atlantic.

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Geert Wilders accuses Budapest mayor of Nazi salute during Pride march

Geert Wilders accused Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony of making a Nazi salute during Budapest's Pride march, but the claim was disputed with alternative footage.

The Guardian - UK

Dutch centre-right party rules out coalition with ‘unbelievably untrustworthy’ Wilders

VVD party joins other major political formations in dealing blow to far-right leader’s hope of return to power

Al Jazeera

The Netherlands to hold election on October 29 after government collapse

Polls indicate a close race between Dutch far-right PVV party and the Labour/Green Left alliance.

The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: How Geert Wilders’ exit from Dutch coalition might set up his own comeback

In today’s newsletter: The Dutch government collapsed after Wilders pulled out of the coalition – leaving renewed political uncertainty as parties scramble to redefine their positions

The Guardian - UK

Collapse of Dutch government leaves uncertainty on streets of Amsterdam

Geert Wilders’ walkout left some disappointed, others relieved – and trust in politics falling most among far right

Al Jazeera

Why did the Dutch government collapse and what’s next?

The Dutch government collapsed after Geert Wilders pulled away from ruling right-wing coalition.

The Guardian - UK

Why Geert Wilders’ plan to become Netherlands PM may well backfire

Dutch far-right leader’s withdrawal from ruling coalition has upset allies and misjudged changed political landscape

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