Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte Announces Departure from Politics
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, the Netherlands' longest serving premier, announced that he will leave politics after the next general election following the resignation of his government. Rutte, known as Teflon Mark due to his ability to avoid scandals, made the decision during a parliamentary debate discussing the fall of his coalition. The decision is a personal one, unrelated to recent developments, and there is no immediate indication of who will replace him as leader of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD). The election date has yet to be set but is expected to take place in October or November.