(Dutch News) The parents of Dutch citizens who left to fight in the war in Syria have launched a foundation to try to force the government to help them return to the Netherlands.
Around 20 parents have joined non-profit foundation De Achterblijvers, which is expected be registered with the chamber of commerce on April 17, the Volkskrant reports. The organisation is considering going to court to challenge the government’s policy of not offering active support to Dutch nationals in the region.
“The Kurds and aid agencies are keen to co-operate, but we still have to convince our politicians,” said a man named by the newspaper as Hussain. “The Netherlands has ignored a report by the children’s ombudsman and is violating the rights of children.”
