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Dutch Government Collapses as Geert Wilders Withdraws from Coalition, Calls for Elections

Geert Wilders' exit from the ruling coalition has led to a government collapse, prompting calls for new elections amid ongoing political turmoil in the Netherlands.

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Geert Wilders, leader of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), has withdrawn his party from the Dutch ruling coalition, causing Prime Minister Dick Schoof's government to collapse after 11 months. The remaining coalition partners are now in a caretaker role, with limited powers, as opposition parties demand immediate elections. However, due to a parliamentary recess starting July 4, elections are unlikely before fall. Schoof aims to maintain control over key policies, including support for Ukraine and economic issues, while the government prepares to host a NATO summit later this month.

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  • The articles present a neutral tone, focusing on the political turmoil in the Netherlands after the government collapse.
  • Concerns are raised about instability and governance challenges following Geert Wilders' departure from the coalition.
  • The political landscape is fragmented, with significant disagreements over migration policies contributing to the crisis.

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Geert Wilders' Party for Freedom (PVV) left the coalition government due to disagreements over immigration policy, as Wilders demanded stricter measures against migrants and asylum seekers.

The Dutch government is now operating in a caretaker role with limited powers, following the resignation of Prime Minister Dick Schoof.

New elections are unlikely before fall due to a parliamentary recess starting July 4, which complicates the process of holding elections earlier.

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