With a drone hitting an apartment building in Romania, Russia is once again showing its reckless disregard for civilian life in its war of aggression against Ukraine. The Netherlands firmly condemns this and will continue to support enhancement of NATO’s Eastern Flank. 1/2

Europe has a responsibility to help shape a sustainable resolution to the war in Ukraine and to strengthen our own security. In Cyprus today, EU foreign ministers discussed continued support for Ukraine, increasing pressure on Russia and Europe’s role in a future peace process 1/2

Russia's massive attacks on civilian targets and threats against Kyiv only strengthen our resolve to support Ukraine and increase pressure on the Kremlin. In response to the attacks, I summoned the Russian ambassador today. 1/3

Europe is taking a greater responsibility for its own security. Good to speak with FM Espen Barth Eide about a stronger Europe within NATO, support for Ukraine and preparations for the Summit in Ankara.

Today in Helsingborg, Allies looked ahead to the NATO Summit in Ankara and confirmed that Europe is stepping up within NATO: investing more, taking on greater responsibility, and strengthening our defense industries. This strengthens NATO and our collective deterrence & defence. 1/2

Great to touch base with FM Anita Orban at NATO in Helsingborg 🇭🇺🤝🇳🇱. Looking forward to constructive cooperation and continuing our talks in Budapest soon.

NATO is the cornerstone of our security. In Sweden, we are meeting ahead of the Summit in Ankara to discuss strengthening our collective defence, supporting Ukraine and ensure Europe takes greater responsibility for our collective security.

The Netherlands stands in full solidarity with Latvia and condemns Russian false narratives and public threats. Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine is the direct cause of recent incidents undermining the security and safety in the Baltic states.

Russia’s pressure on Moldova has not weakened its European ambition - it has strengthened it. Pleased to welcome President Maia Sandu to The Hague today to discuss Moldova’s EU future, regional security and our continued support for Ukraine.

Good to meet Back And Alive, Ukraine’s leading defence support organisation. From drones and demining equipment to military training & veteran care, they help strengthen Ukraine’s defence every day. 1/2

From ports to microchips, the Netherlands and Singapore are more connected than distance suggests. Glad to meet Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan today. We spoke about stronger cooperation on cyber security, maritime stability and resilient supply chains in a more uncertain world.

A pleasure to catch up with my dear colleague Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. Our countries are longstanding partners, connected by trade, innovation and strong people-to-people ties. The new NL-India Strategic Partnership, announced today, is a historic milestone in our cooperation.

Opnieuw doden en vele gewonden door een grote Russische luchtaanval op Kyiv. 675 drones en 56 raketten troffen woonwijken; een appartementencomplex stortte in. 1/2

Good to touch base with Western Balkan colleagues in Brussels. On behalf of the Benelux countries, I underlined the importance of our cooperation and regular dialogue. I also stressed the need for reforms, especially on anti-corruption and rule of law. 1/2

The Netherlands and Canada are strong partners and allies. A pleasure to meet with my Canadian colleague Anita Anand in Brussels and to reaffirm our ties. We discussed EU-CAN relations and bilateral opportunities, to strengthen mutual security and prosperity.

Russia's deportation and forced adoption of Ukrainian children is a deliberate attempt to break Ukraine's future. Important that we agreed to impose new EU sanctions against those responsible. Countering this abhorrent practice is an absolute priority for the Netherlands. 1/2

Rusland ontvoert Oekraïense kinderen en laat hen gedwongen adopteren. Een doelbewuste poging om de toekomst van Oekraïne weg te vagen. Goed dat we nieuwe EU-sancties hebben aangenomen tegen verantwoordelijken. Nederland is vastberaden om deze wrede tactiek tegen te gaan. 1/2

Zojuist is een vliegtuig met 26 passagiers en bemanningsleden van de m/v Hondius, onder wie 8 NL'ers, vanuit Tenerife naar NL vertrokken. Opgelucht dat zij na een periode van onzekerheid veilig onderweg zijn en dat andere opvarenden via andere routes naar huis reizen. 1/2

Nederland is een van de oprichters van de EU. Europa zit dus in ons DNA. Op Europadag laten we zien hoe ver we zijn gekomen: van een continent dat twee wereldoorlogen meemaakte, naar 27 landen die samenwerken aan vrijheid, veiligheid en welvaart. Daar blijf ik mij volop voor inzetten.

The Netherlands and the EU go way back. As founding member, Europe runs in our DNA. Today, we are determined to work toward an even stronger and more resilient Union. On Europe Day, we celebrate how far we have come. Our unity, values and democracy are what bind us.

We mogen ons slavernijverleden nooit vergeten. Sterker nog, actief werken aan maatschappelijke bewustwording over het koloniale en slavernijverleden en de blijvende impact daarvan, is een prioriteit van dit kabinet. Zorgen voor maatschappelijke beweging doe je echter niet alleen.

Goede eerste kennismaking met het Breed Mensenrechten Overleg: een samenwerkingsverband van 20 mensenrechten- en ontwikkelingsorganisaties in Nederland. Hun inzichten over mensenrechten, democratie en internationale rechtsorde helpen om het werk van @minbz.bsky.social verder te brengen.

Nederland en Suriname hebben een bijzondere en hechte relatie. Vooruitkijken en samenwerking vraagt ook om oog voor het verleden. Ik nam het advies van het Adviescollege Openbaarheid en Informatiehuishouding over een toegankelijker archief en meer openbaarheid in ontvangst. 1/2

Sprak Secretaris Generaal van de NAVO, Mark Rutte over onze NAVO-samenwerking en hoe we als Nederland kunnen bijdragen aan een sterker Europa in een sterkere NAVO. Het is helder dat Europa meer verantwoordelijkheid moet nemen voor zijn eigen veiligheid. Daar moeten we samen naartoe blijven werken.

Veteranen, ouderen, jongeren en festivalgangers. Met elkaar aan tafel, in gesprek over vrijheid. Vandaag mocht ik het Bevrijdingsfestival Brabant openen tijdens de vrijheidslunch. Een ochtend vol bijzondere verhalen over onze geschiedenis, onze waarden en onze vrijheid. 1/2

Vanavond ben ik twee minuten stil in mijn thuisstad Breda. Overal in het land herdenken we onze burgers en militairen die omkwamen tijdens en na de Tweede Wereldoorlog. Het is belangrijk dat we hun verhalen blijven vertellen en onze vrijheid koesteren. Op 4 mei en daarbuiten.

Spoke with Foreign Minister Yvan Gil about Venezuela and our bilateral ties. We discussed how rule of law, democratic governance and fundamental freedoms are crucial for socio-economic development. The Kingdom of the Netherlands remains ready to engage where this leads to concrete progress.

Het bekladden van het Nationaal Monument op de Dam is een idiote en volstrekt onacceptabele actie. Al helemaal vandaag, op 4 mei. Laten we vandaag eensgezind zijn en samen met respect stilstaan.

Shocking incident in Washington. Glad that President Trump and other attendees at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner remained unharmed. In a democracy, violence is never the answer; differences of opinion are resolved through dialogue.

A major breakthrough: the EU approves the €90 billion loan for Ukraine and the 20th sanctions package. This sends a clear message: our EU commitment to Ukraine is ironclad. They can count on our support to stand as strong as possible in the face of Russia's aggression. 1/2

Cruciale doorbraak: groen licht voor de Europese lening van €90 miljard aan Oekraïne en het 20e sanctiepakket tegen Rusland. Een belangrijk signaal dat we Oekraïne blijven steunen om zo sterk mogelijk te staan tegen de Russische agressie. 1/2

Thank you, Your Highness Faisal bin Farhan, for your warm welcome in Riyadh. An excellent opportunity to convey our solidarity in person following Iran's indiscriminate attacks in the region. 1/2

Pleasure to visit Emirati FM H.H. Abdullah Bin Zayed. I reiterated my support in these trying times. We sharply condemned Iran’s indiscriminate attacks in the region. We discussed US-Iran negotiations and the importance of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. 1/2

Heading to the UAE and Saudi Arabia for meetings with my colleagues Abdullah bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi and Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh. Iran's attacks have had a major impact on the Gulf region. Important to visit our partners and to emphasise our strong support and solidarity.

Onderweg naar de VAE. Morgen ontmoet ik mijn collega Abdullah bin Zayed. Daarna vervolg ik mijn reis naar Saoedi-Arabië, waar ik collega Faisal bin Farhan spreek. De aanvallen van Iran hebben een grote impact gehad. Belangrijk om onze solidariteit te benadrukken met partners in de regio.

Good to connect with my colleagues Petr Macinka 🇨🇿 and Helen McEntee 🇮🇪 at this #FAC. We discussed shared priorities like supporting Ukraine and strengthening European security. I also signed an agreement with Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel 🇱🇺 to facilitate NL-Luxembourg information exchange.

In Luxemburg voor de Raad Buitenlandse Zaken. Op de agenda staat onder andere de voortdurende Russische agressie tegen Oekraïne en onze steun. We spreken ook over de situatie in het Midden-Oosten. Minister-president Salam van Libanon informeert ons over de laatste ontwikkelingen.

Following Friday’s consultations, the Netherlands, together with the United Kingdom, France and other partners, has reaffirmed our commitment regarding the Strait of Hormuz by signing the statement below. www.gov.uk/government/n...

Glad to welcome Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds and to continue our exchange on EU-UK cooperation. We must work to strengthen economic ties, also in the field of energy, and increase joint security and defence efforts. Looking forward to a productive outcome of the upcoming EU-UK Summit.

Spoke with Lebanese FM Youssef Rajji. The people in Lebanon suffer greatly as a result of this conflict. I conveyed my condolences for the many civilian casualties. I commended Lebanon for engaging in historic direct talks with Israel in the United States. 1/2

Spoke with Israeli FM Gideon Sa'ar. I welcomed direct talks between Israel and Lebanon. The violence in Lebanon and Hezbollah's attacks on Israel must cease now. A diplomatic solution with regards to Iran is crucial, also to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. 1/3

Great meeting with my colleague Javier Martínez-Acha Vásquez in The Hague. As Caribbean neighbours, the Kingdom of the Netherlands is keen to continue its close cooperation with Panama on shared priorities: fighting transnational crime, port operations, water management, and more. 1/2

Three years of devastating war in Sudan. The Netherlands continues to support those in need through diplomatic efforts, with a strong focus on accountability. We urge the warring parties to agree to an immediate and sustained ceasefire. The people of Sudan have suffered too much.

A pleasure to welcome Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado to The Hague. We discussed current developments in Venezuela and her tireless efforts in peaceful pursuit of freedom and democracy for the Venezuelan people.

Met with Chairman Rep. Brian Mast and Members of the US House Committee on Foreign Affairs Rep. Keith Self and Rep. Gregory Meeks. We had a useful exchange on our trans-Atlantic relations and the strategic interests we share.

Dank, Secretary Marco Rubio, voor de gastvrijheid in Washington D.C. Nederland investeert graag in onze trans-Atlantische relatie. We hechten veel waarde aan de nauwe banden tussen onze landen. We voerden een constructief gesprek over Iran, Oekraïne, onze NAVO-samenwerking en Libanon. 1/3

Thank you, Secretary Marco Rubio, for your hospitality in Washington D.C. The Netherlands is keen to invest in our trans-Atlantic relations. We cherish the close cooperation between our countries. We had a constructive discussion about Iran, Ukraine, our NATO cooperation and Lebanon. 1/3

Alongside my colleagues, I welcome the historic direct talks between Israel and Lebanon in the United States today. We call on all parties to continue this diplomatic effort to bring lasting security for Israel, Lebanon, and the broader region. We stand ready to offer support.