Dutch anti-Islam populist Geert Wilders abandons PM bid

Dutch anti-Islam populist leader Geert Wilders has abandoned his bid to become prime minister, despite his party’s dramatic victory in the 2023 elections.
He said on his x handle that he can only become prime minister if ALL parties in the coalition support it, however hat was not the case.
His Freedom Party (PVV) won the most votes last year, but needed support of other parties to form a coalition.
Talks continue with three other parties on the shape of a new government.
The negotiator leading the latest round of talks, which concluded on Tuesday, is due to share his report with parliament on Thursday.