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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
World
Aamna Mohdin

Thursday briefing: How Geert Wilders’ exit from Dutch coalition might set up his own comeback

Geert Wilders (PVV) during a debate in the Lower House on the fall of the cabinet.
Dutch government collapses as Geert Wilders pulls far-right party out of coalition. Photograph: Hollandse Hoogte/Shutterstock

Good morning. The Dutch government dramatically collapsed on Tuesday after far-right politician Geert Wilders pulled out of the coalition, citing his frustration over immigration and asylum policy.

Shortly afterwards the prime minister, Dick Schoof, handed in his resignation to King Willem-Alexander. Fresh elections are expected in October. Until then ministers will remain in place in a caretaker capacity.

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