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Former EU justice chief Didier Reynders suspected of money laundering

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03/12/2024

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Man suspected of supplying small boats to people smugglers arrested

A joint operation between authorities in Belgium, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom led to the arrest of a Turkish national in Amsterdam.

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Wintercircus Ghent: From house of fun to high tech hub

In partnership with the European Commission

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'Kirk' causes flooding and damage in France and Belgium

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The European Commission's move to postpone anti-deforestation regulations has sparked criticism from environmental NGOs.

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Belgian journalists injured while reporting in Beirut await evacuation

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European EV crisis: Audi's Brussels factory faces uncertain future

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Brussels airports cancel hundreds of flights as workers go on strike

Flights to and from airports Zaventem and Charleroi in Brussels will be put on hold as reportedly hundreds of security, cleaning and hospitality staff employed at the major transport hubs will strike for better wages and working conditions.

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Pope urges members of the Church to never cover up abuse

Speaking to a crowd of around 39,000 in the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, the pontiff wrapped up a difficult visit to Belgium by saying, "There is no place for the covering up of abuse."

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