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Netherlands Protests Iran Over Seized Diplomat's Luggage

2/25/2026

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The Dutch Foreign Ministry summoned Iran's ambassador on February 24, 2026 to protest the seizure of a Dutch diplomat's luggage at Tehran airport on January 28, 2026.
The ministry says the incident is unacceptable and demands the seized items' return.
Iran released footage of the incident.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a U.S.-nuclear deal may be reached if diplomacy prevails.
Negotiations are set to resume in Geneva soon.

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The Dutch Foreign Ministry summoned Iran's ambassador on February 24, 2026 to protest the seizure of a Dutch diplomat's luggage at Tehran airport on January 28, 2026.
The ministry says the incident is unacceptable and demands the seized items' return.
Iran released footage of the incident.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a U.S.-nuclear deal may be reached if diplomacy prevails.
Negotiations are set to resume in Geneva soon.