The Netherlands and European Council President Antonio Costa have called for a modernised European Union budget while reaffirming their commitment to the International Criminal Court following the announcement of US sanctions against the court. Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten condemned the sanctions and said diplomatic efforts had secured a six-month window to seek a resolution with Washington, warning that the Netherlands and its partners were prepared to take further measures if necessary to protect ICC judges and staff. Costa also reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to the court and international justice. The leaders discussed plans for the EU’s next long-term budget, which is intended to take effect in January 2028, with priorities including defence, border security, competitiveness, research and continued support for Ukraine. Jetten said the Netherlands would not support a proposed budget increase of more than 50% without modernisation, while Costa argued that new EU revenue sources would be needed to fund shared priorities without placing excessive pressure on national budgets. Jetten also backed faster EU decision-making on geopolitical and security matters but expressed reservations about extending qualified majority voting to fiscal and some social policies.

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Indian-American voters are emerging as an increasingly important force in the 2026 U.S. midterms, with large communities concentrated in key battleground states. While the community still leans Democratic, more voters are identifying as Republican or independent, making their support increasingly contested. From Michigan to Arizona, California and Washington, Indian-American candidates are also reshaping representation in Congress. We examine the changing political preferences, growing representation and identity debates surrounding one of America’s fastest-growing voter communities. Daniela Laurel brings you the details on Firstpost America. 

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