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After nearly 14 years as prime minister, the Dutch leader stepped down in the most Dutch way possible.

He got on his bicycle and rode away.

Mark Rutte served as prime minister of the Netherlands from 2010 to 2024, making him one of the longest-serving leaders in Europe.

After handing over power to his successor, Dick Schoof, there was no grand exit.

No huge motorcade.

No dramatic farewell.

No luxury car waiting outside.

Rutte simply said goodbye, got on his bike, and cycled away from the government buildings in The Hague like an ordinary

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