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13.05.2026

The Day of the Loosdrecht Aftermath and Mortgage Cliff

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Netherlands for 13.05.2026.

It displays 99 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

13.05.2026The Day of the Loosdrecht Aftermath and Mortgage Cliff

The day was dominated by two major stories. In the morning, coverage of the Loosdrecht riots continued, with politicians condemning the violence and police making arrests. By afternoon, strict vehicle checks were imposed in Loosdrecht, and reports emerged about far-right networks fueling the protests. Meanwhile, the mortgage interest deduction cliff gained traction: multiple outlets reported that civil servants warned inaction is not an option, with the VVD reportedly stalling. The IMF lowered Dutch growth forecasts due to the Iran crisis, and Rabobank warned of fuel shortages. In the evening, police deployed water cannons in Loosdrecht to end protests.

13.05.2026
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03:00
03:13

03:14Loosdrecht in Flames

The newspapers report on violent protests in Loosdrecht against an asylum shelter, with arson and clashes as asylum seekers arrive. Rabobank warns of fuel shortages if the Iran crisis persists. Meanwhile, Belgium's unexpected Eurovision final qualification and Israel's controversial inclusion also feature.
05:55

08:12Police Force Under Scrutiny

The newspapers report on increased police use of force, with RTL Nieuws and Het Parool covering the trend and its impact on officers. Meanwhile, NRC highlights the poorly prepared Trump-Xi summit aimed at stability amid the Iran crisis, while De Telegraaf notes that most Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands seek permanent residency.
10:08

11:12Faber Forges Ahead Despite Civil Servants' Warnings

Multiple outlets report that civil servants warned Minister Faber that her justification for emergency asylum law was insufficient, yet she continued pushing it through. Meanwhile, NRC covers the poorly prepared Trump-Xi summit in China, where both leaders see opportunities amid the Iran crisis.
11:16
NRC Handelsblad

IMF verlaagt groeiverwachting Nederlandse economie vanwege Iran-oorlog

Het Internationaal Monetair Fonds verlaagt zijn groeiverwachtingen voor de Nederlandse economie vanwege de oorlog in Iran. Als deze oorlog lang aanhoudt, valt de groei dit en komend jaar mogelijk terug tot maar een half procent, stelt et IMF.
11:16
11:54
13:24

13:41War and Corruption: Twin Shadows

The newspapers report on multiple crises: ABN Amro warns of rising Middle East conflict risks while beating profit expectations (FD), and Ukraine's corruption probe implicates ex-staff chief of Zelensky (NRC). Meanwhile, Europe's military independence from the US would take a decade and €500 billion (Volkskrant), and civil servants deny Minister Faber's justification for emergency asylum law ever existed (Trouw).
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14:07
De voorraden ruwe olie slinken wereldwijd in recordtempo, waarschuwt de energiewaakhond woensdag in zijn maandrapport. Dat kan de prijzen opdrijven als de situatie in het Midden-Oosten niet verbetert.
14:07
14:40
Na recente Europese uitspraken worden in Polen huwelijken van mensen van hetzelfde geslacht erkend, belooft premier Tusk. Maar als daar een wetswijziging voor nodig is, kan die stuiten op een presidentieel veto.
14:40
14:53

16:30Mortgage Relief Cliff Looms

The newspapers focus on the impending loss of mortgage interest tax relief for many Dutch homeowners from 2031, with civil servants warning that inaction is not an option (FD, NOS, De Telegraaf). Other stories include Poland recognizing same-sex marriages from EU countries (NRC), and Trump visiting Xi amid tensions (Volkskrant).
16:43
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18:34

18:36Mortgage Relief Cliff Looms

The newspapers focus on the impending loss of mortgage interest tax relief from 2031, with civil servants warning that inaction is not an option (FD, NRC). Meanwhile, strict vehicle checks are imposed in Loosdrecht after riots at an emergency shelter (RTL Nieuws, NOS).
19:00
Bij anti-azc-protesten in onder meer Loosdrecht, Arnhem en Amersfoort duiken personen uit extreemrechtse actiegroepen op. Met een franchisemodel en gecoördineerde acties wakkeren ze protesten aan. Of sprake is van georganiseerd geweld, moet AIVD-onderzoek uitwijzen, liet asielminister Bart van den Brink weten.
19:00

22:17Far-Right Networks Fuel Loosdrecht Riots

The newspapers focus on far-right networks fueling anti-asylum protests in Loosdrecht, with police deploying water cannons and checking all vehicles after riots. Trouw reports that far-right parties in parliament continue to stoke opposition to asylum centers. Meanwhile, the mortgage interest relief cliff remains a concern (FD).