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Belgium Storm Alert: 100 km/h Winds Spark Emergency Response, Brussels

22 October 2026 at 15:16

BRUSSELS, 22 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium is preparing for potentially damaging winds reaching 100 km/h on Friday, 23 October, as the Royal Meteorological Institute (RMI) forecasts heavy rainfall and stormy conditions. The Belgium storm warning has … Read more

EU Funds Probe Sparks Major Parliament Raids in Brussels

22 October 2026 at 15:10

Brussels, 22 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European prosecutors have searched offices inside the European Parliament in Brussels and Strasbourg as part of an ongoing EU funds investigation involving the former far-right Identity and Democracy (ID) political group. … Read more

Belgium Weighs Major €5.4bn BNP Paribas Stake Sale, Brussels

22 October 2026 at 11:28

Brussels, Belgium, 22 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Belgian federal government is considering the future of its Belgium BNP Paribas stake, valued at approximately €5.4 billion, amid discussions about reducing state ownership of financial institutions. The … Read more

Belgian Minister Raises Serious Allegations Against Far-Left Activists Over Violent Brussels Riots

21 October 2026 at 15:34

Brussels, 21 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgian Interior Minister Bernard Quintin has accused far-left activists of encouraging young protesters to engage in violence during recent Brussels riots and disturbances in Liège. Speaking before the Belgian Chamber of … Read more

EU Unveils Major Steel Import Protections to Shield European Industries in Brussels

21 October 2026 at 15:27

Brussels, 21 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The European Union is implementing tougher trade protection measures designed to shield European steel manufacturers from global overcapacity and growing competition from imported products. The EU steel import rules introduce stricter … Read more

Brussels Police Transport Unit Reports 110 Arrests in Major Crime Crackdown

20 October 2026 at 17:05

Brussels, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Brussels police transport unit has reported 110 arrests since January 2026, as authorities intensify operations against drug trafficking, fugitives and criminal activity across the Belgian capital’s public transport network.

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Thailand Issues Urgent Travel Warning Amid Protests in Brussels, Belgium

20 October 2026 at 16:52

Brussels, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Thailand has issued an official travel advisory urging its citizens to exercise caution when visiting Belgium following demonstrations and civil unrest across several European countries. The Thailand travel warning, announced on … Read more

Belgian Military Union Backs Bold Police-Military Security Force Plan in Brussels

20 October 2026 at 16:38

Brussels, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Belgian military union ACMP-CGPM has backed Defence Minister Theo Francken’s proposal to establish a specialised police-military security force, supporting plans to strengthen Belgium’s response to violent unrest, organised crime and … Read more

Global Oil Price Rally Raises Energy Security and Inflation Concerns in Brussels

20 October 2026 at 16:20

Brussels, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A Global Oil Price Rally pushed Brent crude to a five-month high on Tuesday as escalating tensions in the Middle East raised concerns about international energy supplies, shipping security and inflation. … Read more

Brussels Mayor Firmly Rejects Controversial Police-Military Unit Plan in Brussels

19 October 2026 at 18:55

Brussels, 19 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels Mayor Philippe Close has rejected a proposal to establish a joint police-military security unit, intensifying political disagreements over how Belgium should respond to violent unrest and public safety concerns. The … Read more

Belgium Proposes Powerful Military-Trained Police Reserve to Tackle Violent Riots in Brussels

19 October 2026 at 17:48

Brussels, 19 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium’s federal government is discussing a Belgian police reserve that would receive military training and support civilian officers during violent riots. Defence Minister Theo Francken has proposed the new force following … Read more

Delhaize Restores Online Shopping After Major Cyberattack Disrupts Services in Brussels

18 October 2026 at 10:51

Brussels, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Delhaize online orders have returned to full capacity in Belgium following a major cybersecurity incident that disrupted supermarket operations, delivery services and internal ordering systems. The restoration, confirmed on Saturday, 17 … Read more

Liège Education Protests Spark Major Crisis Over Rising Costs in Belgium

18 October 2026 at 10:41

Liège, Belgium, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Liège education protests have intensified concerns about rising tuition fees, school funding and access to education in French-speaking Belgium. Hundreds of students demonstrated in the eastern city earlier this … Read more

Belgian Government Halts Major €4bn Emergency Budget Plan in Brussels

18 October 2026 at 09:34

Brussels, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium’s federal government has shelved a proposed €4 billion emergency budget package for 2027, shifting its attention towards a broader agreement to deliver €10 billion in savings by 2029. The decision, … Read more

EU Energy Cost Dispute Sparks Major Clash Among European Leaders in Brussels

18 October 2026 at 09:27

Brussels, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The EU energy cost dispute has intensified following a European Council summit in Brussels on 15–16 October, where European leaders disagreed over carbon pricing, electricity bills and measures to protect industries … Read more

EU Membership Debate Gains Momentum as UK Rejoining Calls Return in Brussels

17 October 2026 at 10:12

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The EU membership debate has returned to British politics as Prime Minister Andy Burnham prepares for a major summit in Brussels, raising fresh questions about the United Kingdom’s long-term relationship with … Read more

EU Leaders Push Stronger Trade Defences Against China in Brussels

17 October 2026 at 09:52

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union leaders are intensifying efforts to strengthen Europe’s industrial competitiveness as EU trade defences against unfairly priced Chinese imports become an increasingly important part of the bloc’s economic strategy. The … Read more

Hormuz Oil Supply Crisis Raises Global Energy Security Concerns in Brussels

17 October 2026 at 09:39

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Hormuz oil supply crisis has intensified following a series of attacks on commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over international energy security and rising fuel prices. The … Read more

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