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Belgium’s three largest trade unions are set to strike over current retirement age laws. Brussels Airport warns that this will disrupt its operations and ground a large number of flights.

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In this special episode, we step away from the headlines and into the world of books. With the help of Brussels-based author Irina Papancheva and Stefan Grobe, we share some reading recommendations for the long weekend.

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Belgium turns Easter chocolate into giant edible sculpture

Belgium is celebrating Easter with giant edible sculptures as nearly 40 chocolatiers from across the country present their creations in Brussels for the fourth Bel’Oeuf exhibition.

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Brussels train station evacuated after mysterious packages found

Gare du Midi train and metro stations were evacuated on Monday evening after two mysterious packages were found, each on a separate train platform.

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Belgium: EU leaders meet as Ukraine loan remains blocked

EU leaders show unity but fail to approve €90bn loan for Kyiv as Hungary’s Viktor Orban vetoes over oil transit dispute with Ukraine.

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Tens of thousands protest austerity reforms in Brussels

Tens of thousands of people marched in Brussels to protest austerity reforms introduced by Prime Minister Bart De Wever’s government.

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Serbia and Albania issue joint text on EU accession without veto

In a joint op-ed published in a German newspaper, the Serbian and Albanian leaders argued for a phased EU accession process that would involve waiving their right of veto.

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Belgium strikes to cause travel chaos at Brussels airports this week

Similar industrial action in 2025 had a major impact on air traffic, with extensive flight cancellations at both Brussels Airport and Brussels South Charleroi Airport.

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New Brussels-Milan sleeper train launch delayed until September

Ticket sales for the new route start on 17 March 2026.

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Angèle returns to Brussels stage after four-year hiatus

Belgian singer Angèle reunited with fans in Brussels, premiering a new music video after four years without releases, drawing thousands and sparking excitement online.

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Orbán denounces 'Putin-ing’ as he slams the EU as the real threat

In his last annual assessment before elections, the Hungarian prime minister promised to take action against 'Brussels agents.' He praised his party's achievements and accused his political opponents of wanting to be the viceroy not only of Brussels but of multinational corporations.

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Brussels government reaches coalition agreement after 600-day deadlock

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Belgium's Premier De Wever blasts Brussels political paralysis 'mess'

Belgium’s PM has warned that Brussels’ 600-day coalition deadlock is hurting the country’s image and finances, as hopes rise for breakthrough talks.

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Greenpeace unveils Trump and Putin effigies in Brussels, urges EU to end fossil fuel dependence

Greenpeace activists in Brussels protested against the EU's reliance on imported fossil fuels, urging investment in renewables instead of depending on the US and Russia.

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NATO chief and Danish prime minister agree to boost Arctic security

NATO said that the United States, Denmark and Greenland would negotiate on stepping up efforts to stop Russia and China gaining a "foothold" on the territory.