Geert Wilders: The Far-Right Force Shaking Up Dutch Politics

Geert Wilders' victory in the Netherlands' election, with his anti-immigration and Euroskeptic agenda, poses a potential nightmare for Brussels. While a Nexit referendum may be unlikely, a Wilders-led government would challenge EU policies and potentially reverse decisions on issues such as climate action, EU reform, and weapons for Ukraine. Despite his softened rhetoric on Islam, Wilders remains a potent force in Dutch politics, and potential center-right partners have not ruled out forming a coalition with him. The rise of far-right parties across Europe, fueled by concerns over migration, continues to be a pressing concern for EU politicians.