News about broadcasters, drones, Trump, and Hormuz (Thursday, April 2)

KRO-NCRV, Omroep MAX, and WNL want to form one broadcasting center together. They say this in a joint statement. The three names will remain, and by 2029, 11 broadcasters must move to four or five buildings.

The army has started drone teams and a new strategy in Oirschot. From January 1, 2028, all combat units must operate with and against drones. The Ministry of Defense has deployed 200 soldiers, wants 1,200 specialists, and is training 10,000 soldiers.

Bruce Springsteen criticized Trump at the start of his tour. American authorities arrested a 45-year-old man after threats against Trump on Facebook. There is also criticism of Trump's library and the visit of Charles and Camilla.

On Thursday, the foreign ministers of 35 countries will consult about the Strait of Hormuz. The Netherlands is also participating in the first video meeting of the Hormuz coalition. They discuss the Iranian blockade, and the Emirates are considering military deployment.