Today, I was sworn in as Minister of Foreign Affairs by King Willem-Alexander. I am eager to start working again at Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 and look forward to cooperating with @MinisterBHO, all colleagues at the department and our embassies, and international partners. 1/2

Today, I was officially sworn in by King Willem-Alexander as Minister for Foreign Trade and Development. It is a great honour to fulfill this role. I look forward to helping Dutch businesses become even more successful internationally. 1/2

Today marks 10 years since the #MH17 flight was taken down over Ukraine. All passengers, including 196 NL and 1 Israeli national, were killed in the crash. NL remains committed to establishing truth, achieving justice for all 298 victims and holding those responsible to account.

The Netherlands strongly condemns the fatal Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv this morning. Our full solidarity and thoughts are with the families of the victims.

Horrified by the direct hit of a rocket on a football pitch in the village of Majdel Shams, which has resulted in dozens of casualties and at least 10 killed, including children. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families.

Terrible news from the north, where a civilian died as the result of a direct rocket hit in kibbutz HaGosherim earlier today. We call on all parties to refrain from further escalatory steps. War must be avoided at all costs.

300 days of pain, horror and longing. 300 days too many for the 115 kidnapped daughters and sons, mothers and fathers, grandparents, held captive in Gaza by Hamas and other terrorist groups. They need to be released NOW. #BringThemHomeNow

Appalled by the stabbing attack in Holon, resulting in the death of two persons and leaving two others injured. Our sincere condolences go out to the family of those who didn’t survive the attack, and our wishes for a full and speedy recovery to those who were injured.

The travel advice to Israel is updated to red – do not travel. The embassy is open as usual.

The government is closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East. Caspar Veldkamp Caspar Veldkamp, David van Weel David Van Weel, Ruben Brekelmans Ruben Brekelmans and I just spoke about the latest developments, the international security situation and the possible impact on the

Following on from our first meeting in Paris, I sent a message to President יצחק הרצוג Isaac Herzog of Israel today letting him and the Israeli people know that we are committed to the security of the State of Israel in the face of a now tangible threat from Iran and its proxies. The

It is time to end the suffering in the Gaza strip, release the hostages, start the ceasefire, and implement UNSCR 2735. I fully endorse this statement of the US, Egypt and Qatar. It is of utmost importance to reach an agreement as soon as possible. whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/…

📞Had a good first meeting with my 🇮🇱 colleague יואב גלנט - Yoav Gallant and discussed the latest developments. It is important to de-escalate tensions in the region. 🇳🇱 is committed to Israel’s security, especially given the threat of attack by Iran and Tehran-affiliated militias. 1/3 🧵

The devastating images from the Gaza Strip this morning underline the importance of the ceasefire initiative by the US, Egypt and Qatar. The humanitarian situation is dismal and the hostages need to be released. The Netherlands reiterates the call to agree on a deal urgently.

The Netherlands endorses this statement by France, Germany and the UK, calling for a resumption of negotiations about an immediate ceasefire. We support the ongoing mediating efforts by the US, Egypt and Qatar. 1/3 elysee.fr/en/emmanuel-ma…

Spoke with ישראל כ”ץ Israel Katz about the threat to Israel and to stability of the region by Iran and its proxies. The heightened regional tensions call for restraint. Also discussed the need for an immediate Gaza ceasefire, so hostages can be released and more aid can reach people. 1/2

Today and tomorrow, I will be visiting Israel and the Palestinian Territories. In meetings, I will stress the need for regional de-escalation and an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. This is important to secure the release of hostages and to ensure more humanitarian aid.

Good to meet with Foreign Minister ישראל כ”ץ Israel Katz in Jerusalem. The Netherlands is committed to the security of Israel. Shocked to learn about the murder of six Israeli hostages. I offered my condolences and my thoughts are with their families and loved ones. 1/3

Thank you, President יצחק הרצוג Isaac Herzog, for this good meeting. The Dutch-Israeli relationship is important to us. I offered my condolences for the brutal murder of six hostages. 1/2