Bill Gates, Pfizer CEO to stand trial in Netherlands over alleged COVID-19 vaccine injuries
(Based on reports by cairnsnews.com and The Defender)
A Dutch court has ruled that Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and leading global philanthropist, will face trial in the Netherlands following a lawsuit involving COVID-19 vaccine injuries. The case, which includes multiple other high-profile defendants, claims that the vaccines were unsafe and had negative health impacts on the plaintiffs. This development has been largely covered by local Dutch sources, with outlets like De Telegraaf and independent platforms Zebra Inspiratie bringing attention to the case. However, major international news networks have not widely reported the matter.
According to cairnsnews.com, the lawsuit was originally filed in the District Court of Leeuwarden, the Netherlands. In it, seven Dutch citizens allege that Bill Gates, along with former Dutch Prime Minister and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Pfizer CEO Dr. Albert Bourla, and members of the Netherlands’ COVID-19 Outbreak Management Team, knowingly misrepresented the safety of COVID-19 vaccines. This group, who self-identify as “corona skeptics,” believes the defendants disregarded potential health risks, leading to significant physical harm among those who received the vaccine. The Defender, another independent media platform cited in the cairnsnews.com report, indicates that one plaintiff has died, leaving six to continue the case.
The court’s jurisdiction over Gates was challenged, as his representatives argued he resides in the United States and should not be subject to Dutch legal proceedings. However, the Leeuwarden court ruled on October 16 that it does hold jurisdiction, given the “connected” nature of the claims against Gates and the other defendants and the fact that the case pertains to issues that directly affect Dutch citizens. As per De Andere Krant, Gates will now be responsible for legal fees totaling approximately €1,406.
The plaintiffs’ primary contention, as outlined in cairnsnews.com and The Defender, is that Gates and other officials promoted the vaccine without adequate transparency about its risks. Dutch independent journalist Erica Krikke told The Defender that the plaintiffs argue Gates’ foundation played a role in shaping COVID-19 policies globally and in the Netherlands. In response, they are now asking for legal redress, claiming they were misled about the vaccine's safety, and that injuries resulted from this alleged misinformation.
The cairnsnews.com report highlights that Gates is represented in the Netherlands by Pels Rijcken, the country’s largest litigation firm, based in The Hague. This firm, which did not contest the basis of the claims, focused instead on challenging the court’s jurisdiction over Gates, given his American residency. Other defendants, including Pfizer’s Dr. Bourla, did not dispute Dutch jurisdiction.
During the September 18 hearing, plaintiffs’ statements were made before the court. According to Zebra Inspiratie, one of the plaintiffs, unable to speak due to health complications from the vaccine, was represented by her father, who gave an emotional account of her declining health post-vaccination. Krikke shared that this testimony led to a reflective pause from the judge, indicating the impact of these personal stories on the legal proceedings.
The case also raises broader issues about the global COVID-19 vaccination drive, with plaintiffs arguing that the defendants' support for the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) "Great Reset" agenda may have influenced their actions. The Leeuwarden court ruling includes references to the Gates Foundation’s affiliation with the WEF, which advocates for “centralized, global intervention” to manage crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Defender also quotes New Zealand-based independent journalist Penny Marie, who has closely followed this case. Marie expressed hope that the Dutch court’s decision to proceed with this case will set a precedent for similar lawsuits worldwide, particularly those against individuals involved in large-scale public health policies. Marie believes the ruling may support other plaintiffs’ efforts to bring international figures to trial in their respective countries, even if those defendants are not based locally.
This lawsuit, according to cairnsnews.com, serves as a rare instance in which vaccine injury claims against global figures, including Gates, have advanced in court. Dutch attorney Meike Terhorst, however, remains cautious, noting that previous lawsuits related to COVID-19 policies in the Netherlands have seen limited success. She pointed out that many judges in the Netherlands tend to support vaccination programs, which could present challenges for this case’s outcome.
Both cairnsnews.com and The Defender also reference Pfizer’s admission in its COVID-19 mRNA documents that shingles, a condition reported by some vaccine recipients, could be linked to the vaccine. The World Health Organization has previously designated shingles as similar to Monkeypox, a virus declared a “public health emergency of international concern” on August 14, 2024.
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Arrive 3 hours early: Airlines urge passengers as centre tightens airport security after Pak attack
New Delhi: Airlines have asked passengers to reach airports at least three hours before departure after the Centre increased security measures in response to Pakistan’s ongoing attack, reported India Today.
According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, all passengers will now face a Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC) before boarding. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has directed all airports and airlines to step up security.
Air India said, “Passengers are advised to arrive at least three hours prior to departure. Check-in closes 75 minutes before departure.” Akasa Air and IndiGo issued similar advisories, asking passengers to allow more time for security checks.
All passengers must carry valid photo ID and will undergo secondary checks before boarding. Visitor entry to terminals has been banned, and Air Marshals will be deployed as required.
The moves come as India’s defence systems shot down Pakistani missiles and drones in Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan. At least 21 airports are shut till May 10, and several flights are cancelled. Civilian aircraft are avoiding airspace over Pakistan and India’s western corridor, data from Flightradar24 shows.
