Dutch Election 2025: Winners and Losers
The Dutch election saw significant results, with Liberal leader Rob Jetten achieving a major success, while left-wing leader Frans Timmermans faced a disaster. Far-right figurehead Geert Wilders' performance was also notable.
After two years of infighting and political paralysis, the Dutch attempted to move forward with Wednesday's election. However, the country remains deeply divided, with the top two parties, centrist liberal D66 and the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), being sworn enemies.
Geert Wilders has said he "basically disagrees with everything [Jetten] says."
According to Dutch convention, the largest party gets the first opportunity to form a coalition, and its leader is likely to become prime minister. Currently, this position seems to be held by Jetten, as no mainstream party is willing to collaborate with Wilders.
- D66 leader Rob Jetten cast himself as a foil to PVV firebrand Geert Wilders during his campaign.
- The coming weeks remain unpredictable, as talks may fail, and other parties may attempt to form a coalition.
Author's summary: Dutch election results bring uncertainty and division.