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Henri Bontenbal

Leader of the Christian Democratic Appeal (CDA), Christian Democratic Appeal

2 articles · 26 October 2025 to 28 October 2025

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Bontenbal has positioned his party as the alternative to 'politics of division and chaos', with polls showing the CDA surging from five to 22 seats.
The party, once dominant, is attempting a comeback built on housing and 'civilised politics'.

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Geert Wilders' Freedom Party leads polls but every major rival has ruled out coalition talks, setting the stage for months of complex negotiations after the collapse of the last right-wing government.

Sofia Marchetti28 October 20258 min read

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Dutch voters head to polls in snap election that will test coalition arithmetic

With 27 parties competing and no prospect of a majority, the Netherlands faces months of negotiation after a campaign dominated by housing shortages and migration policy.

Marek Jankowski26 October 20259 min read

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