The Netherlands heads to the polls in a crucial election seen as a litmus test for far-right leader Geert Wilders and his anti-immigration Freedom Party (PVV). With Europe watching closely, the outcome could reshape Dutch politics and reverberate across the EU. We break down what’s at stake, who’s leading, and how the results could impact the broader European political landscape.

Netherlands Polls: Litmus Test For Far-Right Geert Wilders 

Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders's hopes of forming a majority government were in tatters on Tuesday (Feb 6) as a key negotiating party abruptly withdrew over a row about public finances.

Netherlands: Wilders' PM hopes in tatters? Key party pulls out of coalition talks

Geert Wilders of the populist Party for Freedom (PVV) has suffered a major setback in his quest to become the next Dutch prime minister. On Wednesday (Nov 29), a key potential partner walked away from the governing coalition, citing non-alignment with Wilders' extreme views.

Wilders' PM hopes fading? Key party walks out of proposed coalition

The Netherlands is voting to elect a new Parliament the polls will also bring the Netherlands its first new prime minister in over a decade this after the outgoing prime minister Mark Rutt lost the popularity vote and in July he promised not to stand for elections again.

Netherlands to get first new prime minister in 13 years

Netherlands voters headed to the voting stations on the third and final day of the national election amid the pandemic. With the final votes cast the Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is expected to stay on at the office.

Netherlands Election: Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte set to win big

Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands, one of Europe’s longest-serving leaders, and his Cabinet resigned Friday over a report highlighting systemic failure by his government to protect thousands of families from overzealous tax inspectors.

Government in Netherlands resigns after benefit scandal

About 200 people, concerned about the rise in hate attacks and escalating polarisation, massed at an Amsterdam mosque to show their support

Holland: MP says shut all mosques, citizens say no