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Riot Fears Spark Urgent Shop Security Measures in Brussels

22 October 2026 at 11:22

Brussels, 22 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels riot fears have prompted retailers in the Belgian capital to board up shop windows and strengthen security following violent demonstrations, looting and vandalism. Several businesses along Rue Neuve, one of … Read more

Major E-Scooter Ban Targets 19 Drug Hotspots in Brussels

22 October 2026 at 11:16

Brussels, 22 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Brussels scooter ban has been introduced across 19 drug-trafficking hotspots as regional authorities intensify efforts to tackle shootings, organised crime and public disorder. Brussels Minister-President Boris Dilliès signed the new … Read more

Belgian Budget Deadlock Puts De Wever Under Pressure in Brussels

22 October 2026 at 11:10

Brussels, 22 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Prime Minister Bart De Wever faces mounting political pressure as Belgium’s governing coalition struggles to agree on a €10 billion fiscal adjustment programme. The Belgian budget deadlock has delayed key financial … Read more

Police Search European Parliament Offices in Major EU Funding Probe in Brussels

22 October 2026 at 11:01

Brussels, 22 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Police searches at European Parliament offices in Brussels and Strasbourg have brought renewed attention to an investigation into suspected misuse of European Union funds. The EU Parliament raids concern financial activities … Read more

Macron Strongly Rejects Trump’s Claims Over France Riots and Warns Against AI Misinformation

21 October 2026 at 15:21

Doha, 21 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply criticised US President Donald Trump over his claims about violent protests in France, accusing foreign political leaders of spreading misleading information and exploiting the country’s … Read more

Putin Signals Major Diplomatic Shift as Ukraine Peace Negotiations Could Resume After 10 November

21 October 2026 at 15:11

St Petersburg, Russia, 21 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed in principle to restart trilateral negotiations involving Russia, Ukraine and the United States after 10 November, raising hopes of renewed diplomatic efforts to … Read more

EU Launches Major Booking.com Fraud Investigation Over Fake Hotel Listings and Online Scams in Brussels

21 October 2026 at 15:06

Brussels, 21 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The European Commission has launched a formal Booking.com investigation over concerns that the online travel platform may have failed to protect customers adequately from fraudulent accommodation listings, phishing scams and potentially … Read more

EU Unveils Powerful Arctic Security Strategy Amid Rising Threats, Brussels

20 October 2026 at 16:13

Strasbourg, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The European Union has announced a sweeping new Arctic security strategy designed to strengthen European defence preparedness, protect vital infrastructure and deepen cooperation with northern allies amid growing geopolitical tensions.

The … Read more

Zelenskyy Holds Crucial US Envoy Talks on Ukraine Peace Deal in Oslo

20 October 2026 at 16:07

Oslo, Norway, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is pursuing renewed diplomatic engagement with US special envoy Steve Witkoff as Zelenskyy US envoy talks focus on efforts to end Russia’s war, strengthen Ukraine’s security … Read more

Europe Cost of Living Protests Spark Major Crisis, Brussels

20 October 2026 at 15:59

Brussels, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Europe cost of living protests have drawn attention to mounting financial pressures across the continent, as demonstrations in Belgium, France, Italy and Portugal highlight concerns about expensive housing, household energy bills, … Read more

Ryanair Slashes 20 Routes as Airfare Fears Grow in Brussels

20 October 2026 at 15:53

Brussels, 2o October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Ryanair has announced significant reductions to its Belgian flight network, with 20 routes and approximately 1.1 million passenger seats being removed from its winter 2026–27 schedule. The decision affecting Ryanair Belgian … Read more

EU Parliament Considers Revised Carbon Standards For Vehicles

20 October 2026 at 13:22

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 20, 2026 – The European Parliament is currently reviewing a revised legislative package concerning automotive emission standards, which includes provisions allowing manufacturers to balance emissions performance over a multi-year period alongside lowered reduction … Read more

Port of Antwerp-Bruges Demonstrates Resilient Container Throughput Growth Amid Global Trade Pressures

20 October 2026 at 12:56

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – October 9, 2026 – The Port of Antwerp-Bruges closed the annual trading period with stable container performance, recording throughput of 13.63 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) despite severe geopolitical disruptions, industrial strike actions, and … Read more

European Stocks Fall Sharply as France Crisis Sparks Market Alarm Across EU, Brussels

19 October 2026 at 11:29

Brussels, 19 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European stocks fall across major financial markets on Monday as violent protests in France intensify concerns about political stability, government debt and economic growth. French shares led regional losses after a … Read more

Russia’s Major Power Grid Strikes Deepen Energy Crisis in Ukraine

19 October 2026 at 11:22

Kyiv, Ukraine, 19 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Russian missile and drone attacks have again targeted Ukraine’s electricity infrastructure, causing power disruptions across several regions and adding pressure to the country’s energy system ahead of winter. The renewed … Read more

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