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Dutch soldier; Flag of the Netherlands on military uniform

Military-style youth groups gain popularity in the Netherlands, raising safety concerns

29 January 2026 - 07:00

Dutch soldier; Flag of the Netherlands on military uniform

Yearly conscription letters sent this week to 17-year-olds in the Netherlands

3 April 2024 - 09:53

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Law Changes 2021: Justice, Security and Defense

30 December 2020 - 07:00

Dutch police crime scene tape

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Law Changes 2020: Justice, Security and Defense

20 December 2019 - 07:00

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Military conscription should not affect Dutch-Moroccans: report

22 August 2018 - 09:23

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Women now eligible for Dutch military draft

2 February 2016 - 14:55

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