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Rutte responded directly to recent comments by Manfred Weber, leader of the European People’s Party, who questioned Europe’s reliance on Washington amid U.S. political uncertainty. In an interview with Funke Media Group, Weber stated that Europe must be prepared for greater autonomy. “We cannot seriously expect Trump to secure a peace solution on his own…

The Constitution of Belgium stands out as a uniquely adaptive and complex framework that reflects the country’s distinctive cultural, linguistic, and political landscape. Originally drafted during the birth of modern Belgium in 1831, the constitution has evolved to balance competing regional identities, uphold democratic principles, and maintain social cohesion in a multilingual federal state.  Origins…

The assault echoed across Eastern Europe. Poland deployed fighter jets and heightened its air defense alert, citing Russian long-range aviation activity targeting Ukraine. Poland’s Operational Command announced that military aviation operations were conducted to safeguard Polish airspace, later confirming no violations were detected and the alert was lifted. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that…

Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Ypres faced another water main break on Friday, Dec 27, 2025, leaving ten households without water. De Watergroep, led by spokesperson Brigitte Van Damme, repaired leaks affecting Lindendreef, Diksmuidseweg, Steverlyncklaan, including Regis Mylle’s shop. As VRT News reported, Ypres faced another water main break on Friday, Dec 27, 2025, leaving…

Brussels – Ursula von der Leyen expressed support for efforts aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace that upholds Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, following a phone call with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the X network. This discussion occurred ahead of Mr. Zelensky’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump scheduled…

The U.K. exited the EU customs union following the 2016 Brexit referendum, formally leaving the bloc in January 2020 under the leadership of then-Prime Minister Boris Johnson. During a transition phase, Britain stayed aligned with EU trade regulations before fully departing the customs union on January 1, 2021, when the EU-U.K. Trade and Cooperation Agreement…

Middelkerke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – More than 300 Middelkerke casino roof tiles were auctioned, with 200 sold so far. Tiles signed by Herr Seele (€2,200), Panamarenko (€3,400), and featuring Jan Decleir (€400) were highlights. Proceeds support a MUG helicopter. As VRT News reported, more than 300 roof tiles from the old Middelkerke casino, in the…