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Should Europe screen airport passengers for Ebola?

As the United States is stepping up its measures in response to the latest Ebola outbreak, what is happening in Europe? Will it also screen passengers at airports, or go as far as cancelling flights? And how effective are these measures?

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General strike in Belgium against government reforms

The country’s three main trade unions have called for a nationwide protest against the government’s reforms.

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Tens of thousands march in Brussels during Belgium national strike

Tens of thousands of protesters marched through Brussels during a national strike called by Belgian unions against the government’s fiscal reforms.

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Inside KFDA: Belgium's festival for established and emerging artists

The Kunstenfestivaldesarts in Brussels is small in budget but big in ambition. Each year, it brings together Belgium’s Flemish and French-speaking communities while showcasing artists from around the world — a fitting opening to the European festival season.

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Belgium reopens the nuclear door in high-stakes deal with Engie

The business venture aims to reach an agreement on the takeover of the nuclear fleet by 1 October, but it's unclear how much Belgium will pay for this nuclear renaissance.

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Belgium seeks control of its nuclear reactors to secure energy supply

Brussels believes the solution to soaring energy prices as a result of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the war in the Middle East is to permanently transition away from fossil fuels.

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Eggs at Easter: A buyer's guide to the best Belgian chocolate

Eggs have been a long-standing symbol for Easter, but when did chocolate enter the holiday scene? Rebecca Spezzano has been on the streets of Brussels to discover the secrets of luxury handmade Belgian chocolate.

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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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Belgian economy minister: European industry fundamental to sovereignty

Belgium's Economy Minister David Clarinval is advocating full economic sovereignty in Europe. Therefore, Europe needs to regain control of its industrial capabilities, energy, defence and agriculture.

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Verdict of EU farmer's climate case against TotalEnergies suspended

The ruling, expected on 18 March, has been suspended pending a decision from the French courts on a similar case.

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Ministers to discuss extending EU naval mission to Strait of Hormuz

EU foreign ministers meeting in Brussels on Monday are set to discuss extending the bloc's naval mission Aspides to the Strait of Hormuz, as the Iran war pushed global energy prices up. Over the weekend, US President Trump called on several countries to send ships to secure the passage.

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Belgian PM De Wever calls for talks with Russia to end Ukraine war

Belgian PM Bart De Wever says Europe must negotiate with Russia to end the war in Ukraine and restore cheap energy access, as EU leaders remain divided on engaging Moscow.

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Newsletter: US-Israeli strikes 'righteous' says Belgian minister

Also in this newsletter: Hungary's energy giant MOL files EU competition complaint against Croatia's JANAF, and the EU seeks to constrain China dominance with "Made in Europe" push.

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Iran attacks 'legally problematic' but 'righteous', Theo Francken says

Belgium's defence minister told Euronews that Belgium will not join the Israeli and US attacks on Iran, but will lend military support for defence purposes.

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Belgium seizes Russian shadow fleet tanker in North Sea crackdown

The Belgian navy has seized a tanker suspected of busting EU sanctions on Russia, sailing under a false flag in Belgian waters. France assisted the operation, which targets Moscow's shadow oil fleet.

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Activists hail 'historic' EU's decision on accessible abortion

The EU announced a social fund can be used for cross-border abortion access, drawing mixed reactions from politicians. Nonetheless, the move marks an unusual step taken by the European Union, as healthcare policy is typically determined at a national level.

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