Newspapers on July 28 continued to prioritize the EU-US trade agreement, which dominated early reports. The EU's acceptance of Trump's 15 percent import tariff, despite being viewed as "painful" by employers, was presented as a finalized deal providing clarity. Throughout the afternoon, editorial focus shifted significantly towards the Gaza conflict and Dutch foreign policy. Reports highlighted dire humanitarian conditions, with Israeli human rights organizations alleging genocide. The Netherlands' diplomatic stance hardened, with increasing pressure on Israel and discussions of sanctions. By evening, news confirmed the Netherlands' concrete steps, including declaring two Israeli ministers persona non grata and summoning the ambassador, marking a notable shift in policy from previous days.