Dutch Government Collapses Amid Migration Crisis

The Dutch four-party coalition government collapsed after 18 months due to bitter disputes over migration policy. The Prime Minister's VVD party and the CDA wanted tougher measures, such as a two-tier asylum classification and caps on family reunification, which were opposed by the centre-left D66 and Christian Union parties. The government's fall is likely to dominate campaigning for an upcoming general election, with opposition parties already calling for it. Despite the collapse, the government will remain in power as a caretaker administration until a new coalition is formed.