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Belgium Faces Renewed EU Pressure Over Russian Assets and Ukraine Funding in Brussels

18 October 2026 at 09:20

Brussels, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium is facing renewed pressure from European Union partners over Belgium Russian assets negotiations, as EU leaders seek additional financial assistance for Ukraine following the European Council summit on 15–16 October. … Read more

Zelenskyy Seeks €70 Billion in Vital EU Support as Leaders Debate Ukraine’s Future in Brussels

18 October 2026 at 09:14

Brussels, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has requested an additional €70 billion in European financial and military assistance for 2027, placing the Zelenskyy EU funding request at the centre of discussions following the … Read more

EU Budget Crisis Deepens as €1.62 Trillion Spending Deadlock Sparks Major Concerns in Brussels

18 October 2026 at 09:00

Brussels, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The EU budget crisis has intensified after European Union leaders concluded a two-day summit in Brussels without reaching an agreement on the bloc’s proposed €1.62 trillion long-term spending framework. Disagreements over … Read more

Brussels Police Clashes Spark Violent Unrest, Chaos in Brussels

18 October 2026 at 08:51

Brussels, 18 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels police clashes erupted on Saturday, 17 October, as hundreds of demonstrators confronted security forces near Brussels-Midi railway station. Officers deployed tear gas and water cannon after protesters erected barricades and … Read more

€131 Million Housing Funding Crisis Sparks Major Payment Concerns in Brussels

17 October 2026 at 14:59

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A €131 million Brussels housing funding dispute has intensified political tensions in Belgium’s capital, raising concerns about unpaid construction bills and the future of public housing investment. The disagreement centres … Read more

Brussels Parliament Approves Major Pay Indexation Freeze and 10% Spending Cuts

17 October 2026 at 14:54

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Brussels Parliament has approved a freeze on inflation-linked increases to supplementary allowances for members holding special parliamentary responsibilities, as the regional legislature seeks to reduce its operating expenditure. The Brussels … Read more

Saint-Gilles Murder: Suspect Arrested in Shocking Killing of Mother of Two in Brussels

17 October 2026 at 14:48

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgian authorities have arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with the violent killing of a mother of two in Saint-Gilles, Brussels. The suspect was detained three days after the woman’s body … Read more

Brussels Midi Clashes: Violent Protests Spark Major Police Response

17 October 2026 at 14:40

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels Midi clashes erupted on Saturday as hundreds of demonstrators confronted police near the Belgian capital’s main international railway station. Officers deployed tear gas and water cannon after protesters erected barricades … Read more

US President Donald Trump Waives Key Russian Sanctions Amid Deepening Rift

17 October 2026 at 13:51

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 17, 2026 – US President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Friday evening waiving major sanctions and tariffs against Russia just two days before they were scheduled to take effect. The executive … Read more

Boluda Towage opens new Antwerp headquarters with advanced crew training simulator

17 October 2026 at 12:47

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 16, 2026 – Boluda Towage has officially opened its new Belgian headquarters at Noorderplaats in Antwerp, introducing modernized office infrastructure alongside a dedicated tugboat simulator designed to train captains and crew members. The strategic … Read more

EU Leaders Face Critical Energy Price Dispute in Brussels

17 October 2026 at 09:31

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The EU energy crisis has placed European leaders under renewed pressure to address high electricity and fuel costs following a Brussels summit that exposed disagreements over carbon pricing, industrial competitiveness and … Read more

Zelensky Seeks €70 Billion in Urgent EU Funding for Ukraine in Brussels

17 October 2026 at 09:24

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed to European Union leaders for an additional €70 billion in financial assistance for 2027, warning that Ukraine’s growing military expenditure threatens its ability to sustain … Read more

EU Leaders Clash Over Major Budget Deal as Brussels Summit Ends Without Agreement

17 October 2026 at 09:15

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union leaders have ended a two-day summit in Brussels without agreeing on the bloc’s next long-term budget, as disagreements over spending priorities, national contributions and financial reforms threaten to delay … Read more

Trump’s Russia Sanctions Waiver Sparks Serious EU Concerns, Brussels

17 October 2026 at 09:07

Brussels, 17 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – US President Donald Trump’s decision to waive major new economic penalties targeting Russia has raised questions about transatlantic sanctions policy as European governments continue efforts to support Ukraine. The Russia sanctions … Read more

EU Leaders Push for Urgent Energy Price Relief to Protect Households and Industries in Brussels

16 October 2026 at 14:55

Brussels, 16 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union leaders have demanded urgent action to tackle rising EU energy prices following a high-level summit in Brussels on 15–16 October. The European Council called for coordinated measures to protect … Read more

Russian Airstrikes Hit Nine Ukrainian Regions as Winter Power Fears Rise

16 October 2026 at 14:38

Kyiv, 16 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Russian Airstrikes have struck nine Ukrainian regions, damaging residential buildings, disrupting electricity supplies and leaving at least 15 civilians injured, according to Ukrainian officials. The latest attacks come as winter approaches … Read more

Cristian Chivu Shoulders Blame as Inter Milan Suffer Dramatic Champions League Defeat to Brugge

16 October 2026 at 14:34

Bruges (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 16, 2026 – Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu has taken full responsibility for his side’s dramatic 4–3 defeat at home against Belgian champions Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League league phase. The … Read more

EU Leaders Deliver Strong Support for Zelenskyy Amid Trump Rift in Brussels

16 October 2026 at 14:27

Brussels, 16 October, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union leaders have delivered a strong message of solidarity with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a high-level summit in Brussels, as disagreements with US President Donald Trump intensify over Russia … Read more

Russia Resumes Diesel Exports Following Trump Deal, Kremlin Says

15 October 2026 at 13:59

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 15, 2026 — The Kremlin announced that Russian diesel exports have officially resumed to global markets following a high-level agreement with United States President Donald Trump aimed at cooling international fuel prices. While … Read more

Halle Central Station Enforces Germany’s Nationwide Alcohol Consumption Ban

15 October 2026 at 12:52

Halle (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – 14 October 2026 – A nationwide ban on alcohol consumption at Deutsche Bahn railway stations has come into force, including at Halle Central Station in Saxony-Anhalt. The measure prohibits passengers from drinking alcoholic beverages … Read more

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