#Belgium

King Philippe of Belgium Rejects PM De Wever's Resignation and Mandates Budget Talks

Politics 11/06/2026, 20:48

King Philippe I of Belgium has rejected the resignation of PM Bart de Wever, submitted after the collapse of talks on the 2027 budget. The monarch mandated the government to conclude consultations and report back on November 16.

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Bart de Wever Resigns: Belgian Coalition Fails to Agree on 2027 Budget

Politics 11/02/2026, 14:05

Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever submitted his resignation to King Philippe on November 2 due to the failure of coalition budget negotiations for 2027. The monarch postponed accepting the resignation and called emergency consultations; follow-up is set for November 6.

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De Wever: European Commission Will Not Propose New Operations with Russian Frozen Assets — Brussels Confirms Belgium's Stance

Politics 10/22/2026, 05:39

Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever stated in parliament that the European Commission will not propose new operations with frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine, a stance confirmed in Brussels.

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Over 1,800 Detained in France Following Mass Riots: More Than 500 Security Personnel Injured, Clashes Spread to Belgium

Politics 10/18/2026, 15:29

The French Interior Minister reported the detention of over 1,800 people and injuries to more than 500 security personnel following mass riots on October 17. Clashes and vandalism were also recorded in Brussels and Liège.

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Belgium Promises to Transfer 10 F-16 Fighter Jets to Ukraine by Late 2026

Politics 10/17/2026, 06:43

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever announced the transfer of ten F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine by the end of 2026. Delivery timelines have shifted due to F-35 delays, and the status of previously transferred aircraft remains in question.

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Bright Dress and Red Hat: Two Striking Looks of Queen Mathilde in Kazakhstan

Politics 10/12/2026, 13:08

Queen Mathilde of Belgium showcased two striking looks during her state visit to Kazakhstan, combining an elegant beige Dior outfit with a vibrant red dress and matching hat.

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Mass Student and School Protests Sweep France, Belgium, and Austria: Causes and Demands

Incidents 10/10/2026, 16:12

Massive student and school protests originating in France have spread to Belgium and Austria, driven by education reforms, budget cuts, and admission grievances.

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Belgium is ready to transfer three F-16 fighter jets with EW systems to Ukraine, but there is a condition

Politics 10/05/2026, 16:36

Belgium plans to transfer three F-16 fighter jets with French EW systems to Ukraine, awaiting Paris's approval and continuing aviation ammunition supplies.

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"The 300-Hour Crisis": Why More Than Half of Ukrainian F-16s Are Grounded in Europe

Politics 09/30/2026, 10:31

Due to maintenance delays in Belgium, more than half of Ukraine's F-16 fighter fleet is temporarily grounded, prompting calls for urgent logistical overhauls.

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Belgian student accidentally discovers a 9 million euro gold treasure while digging a trench

Incidents 09/29/2026, 19:03

An 18-year-old Belgian student digging a trench at a former brewery found a 9 million euro gold treasure hidden in an old wall.

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Ukraine to Receive Three F-16s from Belgium by End of Year, - Zelenskyy

Politics 09/29/2026, 17:11

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Belgium will transfer three F-16 fighter jets by the end of the year under an expedited procedure.

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Belgium Acknowledges the US as an Unreliable Ally Under Trump in a Secret Document: What the Foreign Ministry Recommends

Politics 09/24/2026, 18:57

The Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs prepared an internal document in which the US is deemed an unreliable ally under the Trump presidency. The department recommends a "calibration" strategy and the diversification of diplomatic channels.

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Kalinina's comeback earns Ukraine its first point in the Billie Jean King Cup quarterfinal

Sports 09/24/2026, 10:02

Angelina Kalinina lost the first set in a tiebreak but won the next two sets 6–1 each, earning the Ukrainian team its first point in the Billie Jean King Cup quarterfinal against Belgium. Elina Svitolina was next onto the court.

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Ukrainian Drone Operator Roman Dies in Belgium: Body Already Repatriated to Ukraine

Politics 09/13/2026, 04:57

Ukrainian drone operator Roman, who had been transferred to Belgium for treatment of his burns, has died. The body has already been repatriated to Ukraine, announced Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken.

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Belgium to Supply Ukraine with F-16 Ammunition Against Jet-Powered Shaheds

Politics 09/10/2026, 12:40

In 2026, Belgium will transfer to Ukraine ammunition for F-16 fighter jets, intended to counter jet-powered Shahed drones. The parties also agreed on defense priorities through the end of the year.

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Kyiv Again Demands EU Unfreeze Russia's Frozen Assets: Belgium Maintains Its Veto

Economy 09/04/2026, 19:17

Amid a budget deficit, Ukraine has once again raised the issue of Russia's frozen assets in the EU. Kyiv is proposing partial payments and guarantees to overcome Belgium's veto, which maintains an unchanged position.

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"The door is closed": Belgium once again blocks discussion of using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine

Politics 08/30/2026, 00:28

Belgian Defence Minister Theo Francken stated that Brussels is categorically opposed to using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine: "the door is closed." The statement came amid pressure from Sweden, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain and the Baltic states.

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Bulgaria Approves Purchase of Seven Minesweepers to Clear the Black Sea of Mines

Politics 08/28/2026, 08:34

The Bulgarian parliament has approved the acquisition of seven minesweepers from Belgium and the Netherlands to strengthen Black Sea minesweeping within a joint NATO group with Romania and Turkey.

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