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Geert Wilders punished, Rob Jetten of social-liberal D66 could lead next coalition

Rob Jetten, leader of the social-liberal D66 party, is the surprise winner in the Netherlands. The 38-year-old has a good chance of leading the next coalition. Geert Wilders and his partners in the failed right-wing government were punished in different ways.

30. October 2025
Rob Jetten, leader of the social-liberal D66, celebrates his triumph. (picture alliance / ASSOCIATED PRESS | Peter Dejong)

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Last updated: 30. October 2025