The Netherlands, long a bastion of liberalism, takes a sharp right turn

In a surprising result, a far-right party, led by Geert Wilders, swept the national elections in the Netherlands, causing a significant shift in the country's political landscape. Wilders' Party for Freedom, known for its radical ideas such as banning the Quran and closing Islamic schools, won 37 seats in the House of Representatives. This victory gives Wilders the opportunity to form a coalition government and potentially become the Netherlands' first far-right Prime Minister.