Dutch PM says more talks needed to stave off government collapse

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten announced that further talks are needed over the coming days to prevent his three-party minority coalition from collapsing. The statement followed hours of crisis meetings on Friday, less than nine months into the administration's term.

The dispute centers on a 2027 tax package and deep ideological divisions among the ruling coalition partners such as Jetten’s centrist D66, the Christian Democrats, and the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy. Speaking to reporters, Jetten stated that the coalition must improve "in terms of substance, politics, and on a personal level," which requires "fundamental discussions" over the weekend.