Sunderland has completed the £8.6 million signing of Royal Antwerp midfielder Jules Ahoka, who is seen as a potential long-term successor to Granit Xhaka.

A seven-year-old boy from Dilbeek, Belgium, was seriously injured after being struck by a van in the Antwerp Campine region. The incident occurred on Saturday evening.

The Belgian city of Antwerp is confronting its colonial past, specifically the 'human zoo' of 1894 where over a hundred Congolese people were exhibited, leading to the deaths of seven.

US senators are questioning Antwerp diamond dealers regarding a gold ring gifted to Donald Trump, as part of an investigation into a potential corruption case. This comes amidst reports of Trump's distrust of his own staff, leading to dismissals like that of intelligence officer Julia Curlee.

Antwerp is confronting its colonial past, specifically the 'human zoo' of 1894 where 144 Congolese people were exhibited at a World's Fair, leading to the deaths of seven men from disease.

A man is in critical condition after falling from the Antwerp Cathedral in Belgium.

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing attack that occurred on Tuesday morning in the Schipperskwartier district of Antwerp. Local police confirmed the arrest following the incident.

A leak of hydrofluoric acid from a cargo ship in the port of Antwerp has led to the hospitalization of 28 workers. Dozens of people were affected by the toxic fumes.

Hungarian Minister Márton Nagy reportedly rented a luxury hotel room in Antwerp on multiple occasions during official trips to Brussels. This revelation has drawn attention to his travel expenses.

Five women were found dead after a fire broke out in an apartment building in Antwerp, Belgium. Investigations at the scene concluded on Wednesday evening.

Dramatic footage shows a man climbing from a balcony to escape a fire in Antwerp. The incident captured the perilous moment of his escape from the burning building.

A fire in a ten-story residential building in Antwerp has resulted in at least six fatalities.

Aimin Horch, president of the Belgian political party Groen, was arrested by police during a weekly pro-Palestinian demonstration in Antwerp.

Amidst a period of transition for Antwerp with many key players departing, a former Bayern Munich youngster is reportedly set to agree a new deal with the club.

Drug trafficker Kristijan Aslanovic, known as 'Kiki Dios', was shot dead in Barcelona during the Pope's visit, with the case reportedly linked to the port of Antwerp, Balkan mafias, and a 24-year-old murder.

Securail agents at Antwerp-Central station in Belgium were subjected to a violent attack. Following the incident, agents are requesting telescopic batons and an acceleration of the process to equip them with bodycams.

The original singers of K3, Karen, Kristel, and Kathleen, have performed together for the last time. Last night was their final reunion concert in Antwerp.

Dirk van Saene, one of the legendary "Antwerp Six" designers, reflects on the fashion industry 40 years after his breakthrough, stating that "the magic of fashion is gone."

A rare double-sided notebook page by Peter Paul Rubens, featuring a sketch and text, is now on display in Antwerp, offering new insights into the baroque master's time in Rome over 400 years ago.

A 47-year-old man died in a tragic scooter accident in Antwerp, which also left a 30-year-old pedestrian seriously injured.

Fugitive drug criminal Bolle Jos and 20 accomplices were sentenced to prison by a court in Dendermonde, Belgium, for smuggling cocaine worth 550 million euros from Sierra Leone to Antwerp.

A 16-year-old tragically lost his life in a car accident in Brasschaat, Antwerp province, on Friday evening. The vehicle was driven by an unlicensed minor, who, along with a 14-year-old passenger, is in critical condition. The article also notes that 63 unlicensed and minor drivers have been intercepted in 2024.

Fuel oil stocks in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region have experienced a significant drop, falling by nearly 19% according to TradingView data.

The Belgian city of Antwerp is celebrating the 40th anniversary of "The Antwerp Six" designer collective, which revolutionized the fashion world and transformed the city.

A secondary school in Antwerp, Belgium, has removed a Dutch comic by artist Sam Peeters from its reading list due to illustrations depicting aggressive sexual acts against women.

Following a request from the Antwerp public prosecutor's office, police have issued a public appeal for witnesses regarding a brutal assault that occurred outside a nightclub.

Hyundai's sportier Ioniq 6 N Line model was put to a long-distance test on the route between the editorial office and Mediahuis headquarters to evaluate its performance.

A discussion between two brothers and a third person in Antwerp, Belgium, escalated into a knife attack, leaving one man seriously injured.

Antwerp researcher Rosa Rademakers from UAntwerpen has been awarded a Breakthrough Prize for her significant contributions to understanding the genetic origins of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Her work is crucial for advancing research into these neurodegenerative diseases.

A cargo ship sank overnight in the Port of Antwerp near the Royers lock, with rescue services confirming two survivors were rescued.

The article explores how the 'Antwerp Six,' known for their 'sport couture,' extravagant creations, and layered prints, significantly elevated Flemish fashion on the global stage.

A major oil spill in the Port of Antwerp has contaminated nature reserves in Zeeland, with cleanup operations scheduled to begin tomorrow and anticipated to last for several weeks.

Cleanup operations are ongoing in the port of Antwerp, three days after a fuel oil spill. The duration of the cleaning work remains uncertain.

In March 2021, Belgian authorities found 1,044.71 kilograms of cocaine in the port of Antwerp, among sacks and pallets of corn... The investigation showed that the smuggling of this valuable cargo was organized by...

The lifeless body of a 7-year-old girl was discovered in Antwerp on Wednesday.

Police in Belgium launched a large search operation in the Antwerp Campine region for a man who fled a police check after a car chase. The incident occurred overnight from Saturday to Sunday.

A 14-year-old girl was seriously injured after being hit by a train in Kapellen, near Antwerp, Belgium, despite safety barriers at the crossing reportedly being lowered.

A spontaneous strike has erupted at a major De Lijn depot in Mortsel, Antwerp province, potentially leading to the cancellation of 90% of scheduled bus trips on Wednesday.

A school bus collided with the facade of a house before hitting an apartment building near Antwerp, Belgium, resulting in damage to both structures.

The MoMu Fashion Museum in Antwerp is showcasing a retrospective on the "Antwerp Six," a group of Belgian designers including Dirk Bikkembergs, Ann Demeulemeester, and Dries Van Noten, who revolutionized Belgian fashion.

The port of Ghent is emerging as a new entry point for cocaine, prompting the launch of a federal security plan to prevent it from becoming like Antwerp.

A suspicious package was discovered near Antwerp Central Station, leading to the arrest of three individuals. This incident follows a similar panic near Brussels-Midi station on Monday.

Belgium has deployed soldiers to the streets of Brussels and Antwerp to protect Jewish communities, following an explosion at a synagogue in Liege that authorities deemed an antisemitic act.

Belgian officials have announced the arrest of two minors in connection with a suspected antisemitic arson incident in Antwerp.

Antwerp local police conducted nine searches and arrested four individuals last week, dismantling a Dutch drug trafficking network operating in Belgium.

Antwerp reckons again with its hated Spanish fortress  The Brussels Times

Interpol’s DNA unit is helping bring closure to families of murder victims, whose names may be unknown for decades In the shadow of Antwerp’s main arena, close to the city’s docklands, runs the Groot…

President of Antwerp court makes comments after anonymous judge warned country was turning into ‘a narco-state’ International drug crime poses a danger to social stability in Belgium, a senior judge has said, after his colleague warned the country was evolving into “a narco-state” where mafia groups were forming “a parallel force” in society. Bart Willocx, the president of the Antwerp court of appeal, said Belgium was vulnerable to criminality from drug smuggling through the city’s vast port,...

Traffic through the Westerscheldetunnel in the Netherlands will be managed alternately through one tube during extensive, months-long repairs, a decision made by the province of Zeeland to avoid detours via Antwerp.

Dutch celebrity chef Nick Bril was confirmed to have had too much alcohol in his blood when he ran over his assistant chef in Antwerp two years ago, according to experts in his legal case.

The port of Antwerp will be equipped with an anti-aircraft defense system, as announced by Belgian Prime Minister De Wever, though the number of systems is not yet known.

Belgium is reportedly equipping the port of Antwerp with an air defense system.

Belgium is preparing to deploy a NASAMS air defense system at the strategic port of Antwerp to counter the growing threat of drones to critical infrastructure.

Belgium plans to install a Nasams air defense system in the port of Antwerp by 2027. This decision follows numerous drone incidents over critical infrastructure.

An investigation has been opened in Antwerp following the suspicious death of a 16-month-old baby on Sunday.

A controversial rabbi from Antwerp is scheduled to take US Ambassador Bill White to court in October.

Police in Antwerp have arrested three minors in connection with cocaine trafficking, as authorities continue efforts to combat drug-related crime in the city.

A skipper's cat accidentally boarded the wrong inland vessel in the port of Antwerp and ended up sailing to Zeeland, before being successfully reunited with its German owner in Vlissingen.

Antwerp Pride has set a new attendance record, drawing 185,000 people over its five-day duration, significantly surpassing previous figures.

Prime Minister Rob Jetten of the Netherlands advocated for enhanced energy cooperation between the Netherlands and Belgium during the opening of a new high-voltage substation in Antwerp.

An accident occurred on Monday morning at the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Antwerp, leaving a worker in critical condition after a fall.

A woman in her fifties was attacked with a knife in the Schipperskwartier in Antwerp on Tuesday morning. Although seriously injured, the victim is now out of danger, and police are still searching for the assailant.

A potentially dangerous substance has leaked from a container at the Port of Antwerp, leading to the evacuation of several workers as emergency teams work to identify the material.

BELGIJA se suočava s porastom nasilja povezanog s drogom, posebno u Antwerpenu i Bruxellesu. Luka Antwerpen postala je glavna ulazna točka za kokain u Europu, što potiče zabrinutost za sigurnost.

A fire in a ten-story residential building in Antwerp has resulted in at least six fatalities and hundreds of evacuations. Authorities confirmed the fire started on the ground floor, with several victims' bodies found inside the block.

Several people have died in a fire that erupted on Wednesday morning in a residential building in Antwerp, Belgium. The blaze started on the eighth floor, leading to the evacuation of the entire ten-story building.

Antwerp hosted a fashion festival, featuring the 40th anniversary of the 'Antwerp Six' and a fashion marathon by the Royal Academy, solidifying its reputation as a secret fashion capital.

Belgian DJ Lost Frequencies performed at Amazon Prime Day in Antwerp's central station, where temperatures exceeded 35 degrees Celsius, further raising the heat with his set.

A Serbian criminal, wanted by Belgian authorities for his involvement in a large-scale cocaine trafficking operation at the port of Antwerp, was shot dead in Barcelona.

The Israeli flag is once again flying at Antwerp City Hall, alongside other flags displayed during the tourist season. However, the initiative has caused division within the communal college and the opposition.

ONEX Elefsis Port & Logistics Center and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges International have signed a strategic alliance agreement aimed at developing critical port infrastructure and related logistics facilities.

Nineteen suspects, including jewel thieves and five Antwerp jewelers, have been arrested in a joint police operation across Belgium and France for their involvement in selling stolen jewelry and melting down stolen gold.

Various exhibitions are celebrating historical anniversaries, including 450 years since the founding of Podbořany and the history of the Antwerp Six fashion designers. These displays delve into significant cultural and historical milestones.

Steve De Mey, a 44-year-old interned man who escaped during an outing on Thursday, has been found and arrested, confirmed the Antwerp public prosecutor's office.

Dutch retailers, including HEMA, Rituals, Zeeman, and smaller chains like Dille & Kamille, Pink Gellac, and Sissi-Boy, are increasingly establishing a strong presence in Belgian shopping streets, particularly in cities such as Antwerp.

An event organized by an influencer in Antwerp completely spiraled out of control, resulting in the arrest of seven individuals involved in the skirmishes.

Multiple collisions occurred on the E34 highway near Lille (Antwerp province) in Belgium during a hailstorm, leading to twelve people being hospitalized.

Belgian influencer Average Rob, known for his hit song "On met la patate," has opened his first chip shop, "La Patate Friture," on De Keyserlei in Antwerp.

Maxime Prévot, a Belgian official, responded to his Israeli counterpart and the US ambassador regarding the issue of illegal circumcisions in Belgium, following their calls for action to protect Antwerp's Jewish community.

A woman in her thirties tragically died after falling five stories in Antwerp on Saturday, with initial indications suggesting it was an accident.

Legendary musician Eric Clapton, at 81 years old, delivered a powerful blues rock performance in Antwerp, transforming the AFAS Dome into a temple of music with his mesmerizing guitar solos.

Antwerp is hosting a significant new exhibition that celebrates the enduring legacy of 'the Antwerp Six' designers, who put Flanders on the fashion map in the 1980s, offering a compelling reason to visit Belgium's vibrant second city.

A cargo ship that sank in the Scheldt river in the port of Antwerp on Saturday morning is no longer leaking fuel, local firefighters announced.

Frank Vermeulen, known as 'Frank de Tank,' a former Antwerp docker turned TikToker in Kenya, was arrested at Brussels Airport to serve a seven-year prison sentence for drug trafficking from the port of Antwerp.

An oil spill originating from Antwerp is spreading towards nature reserves in Zeeland, Netherlands, posing a significant environmental threat. Cleanup efforts are anticipated to last for several weeks.

A judicial expert has been appointed by the Ghent business court to evaluate the damages caused by an oil spill in the port of Antwerp, according to a spokesperson for the courts of West and East Flanders.

Cleanup operations are ongoing following a fuel oil spill that occurred Thursday evening in the Port of Antwerp, Belgium. Several locks, including the Berendrecht lock, have been reopened overnight.

A fuel spill during the refueling of a ship has brought most operations in the Belgian port of Antwerp to a halt, with intervention vessels working to clean up and contain the pollution.

A court in Antwerp, Belgium, has supported India's extradition request for fugitive Mehul Choksi, dismissing his claims of abduction and asylum application.

Belgium's Justice Minister Annelies Verlinden announced the creation of a new port prosecutor's office in Antwerp, specifically tasked with combating organized crime related to drug trafficking in the port area, acknowledging the far-reaching consequences of such illicit activities.

Antwerp is being recognized as Europe's most unique fashion pilgrimage destination, attracting visitors with its distinct style and shopping opportunities.

Michelin-starred chef Nick Bril was acquitted by an Antwerp court of running over his intern but was convicted of withholding information related to the incident.

Action star Arnold Schwarzenegger was in Antwerp, Belgium, for the Supernova Fest, a technology and innovation festival, where he was introduced by the Belgian Prime Minister and spoke about starting his career in the country.

Abdelilah El Messaoudi, an Antwerp drug lord known as 'Black,' has reportedly escaped Belgian justice by fleeing to Morocco while awaiting extradition from Turkey, where he was under electronic surveillance.

The Jewish community in Antwerp expresses gratitude for military protection, acknowledging its unfortunate necessity, likely due to heightened security threats.

A news roundup reports on a rocket landing on a schoolyard, a terror threat in Antwerp, and mentions Danish elections among other events.

Belgian authorities have launched a terrorism investigation into two minors arrested for an arson attack on a car in Antwerp's Jewish quarter, an incident claimed by a group also responsible for recent attacks.

Two minors have been arrested in Antwerp, Belgium, for setting a car on fire, an incident for which a terrorist group has claimed responsibility. Passersby quickly extinguished the blaze, and no one was injured.

A money laundering scheme involving a convicted drug trafficker with assets in Albania, residing in Antwerp, Belgium, has been uncovered by Belgian authorities.

Bart Willocx, predsjednik žalbenog suda u Antwerpenu, upozorava da je Belgija ranjiva na krijumčarenje droge kroz gradsku luku, koja postaje jedna od glavnih ulaznih točaka u Europu za krijumčare…

Kalmar straddle carriers chosen to strengthen training capacity at OCHA in Antwerp  Taiwan News

A 25-year-old Dutch man, suspected of orchestrating a deadly attack in Antwerp that killed an 11-year-old girl, denies firing the gun and plans to fight his extradition.

A 37-year-old woman was found dead in an Airbnb on the Grand-Place in Antwerp, with murder being the most plausible theory, though not yet confirmed by police.

A drug trafficker, previously convicted in Antwerp, Belgium, has been extradited from the United Arab Emirates back to Belgium.

Belgium is enhancing the security of its strategically important port of Antwerp-Bruges by equipping it with modern NASAMS anti-aircraft systems, expected to be in place by 2027, according to Prime Minister Bart De Wever.

Belgium's Ministry of Defense announced plans to deploy air defense missile systems in the port of Antwerp to counter the growing threat posed by drones to infrastructure.

Belgium plans to install an air defense system in the port of Antwerp-Bruges, according to a Belgian newspaper citing the Prime Minister's statement.

A trial initiated by 1,400 residents of Zwijndrecht against the chemical company 3M Belgium is set to begin on Tuesday afternoon before the justice of the peace in Antwerp.

An itinerant exhibition honoring judicial interpreters and translators, marking 80 years since the Nuremberg trials, is on display at the Liège labor court until March 16 after stops in Brussels and Antwerp.

A controversial rabbi from Antwerp is set to take US Ambassador Bill White to court in October, indicating a legal dispute between the two figures.

Three teenagers, aged 15 to 17, were apprehended in Antwerp on suspicion of cocaine trafficking after a routine traffic stop, and have been presented before a juvenile judge.

A Belgian influencer, Safaa A.O. (33), has been sentenced by the Antwerp correctional court to 40 months in prison for incitement to terrorism and harassment.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed strong disapproval regarding an incident during the 70th-anniversary ceremonies of the Bois du Cazier mining disaster in Marcinelle. The event also saw Antwerp Mayor Bart De Wever honoring the memory of the 262 victims, emphasizing the importance of preserving their legacy.

A new high-voltage power line, named Brabo III, connecting the Netherlands and Belgium has been opened in the port of Antwerp, attended by Prime Ministers Jetten and De Wever, to strengthen electricity supply.

Belgian authorities have sentenced members of cocaine gangs in Antwerp in an 'exceptionally large' case, as security is tightened at the major port, a key entry point for drugs into Europe.

An ongoing fire at the Oxy building could become the deadliest construction site accident in contemporary Belgian history, potentially surpassing the collapse of a school under construction in Antwerp five years ago.

A fatal apartment fire in Antwerp last week has been determined to be caused by a short circuit resulting from a broken water pipe, according to the Antwerp Public Prosecutor's Office. Intentional arson has been ruled out.

King Philippe and Prime Minister Bart De Wever visited the scene of a dramatic fire in Antwerp, Belgium, on Wednesday evening.

A technical problem was identified as the cause of a false alarm regarding a hijacked plane over Bulgaria. This incident follows a separate report of a violent fire in Antwerp, where the cause was also revealed by firefighters.

Aimen Horch, president of the Flemish Groen party, was among twelve individuals arrested during a weekly pro-Palestine demonstration in Antwerp on Monday and subsequently released after a night in custody.

Seven people were hospitalized following a violent apartment fire on Lambrechtshoekenlaan in Antwerp, according to local police and firefighters.

One of the United Kingdom's most wanted criminals, Spencer Dillon Lamb, has been apprehended in the province of Antwerp, Belgium, on June 18, 2026.

A Serbian man, suspected of controlling cocaine trafficking through the port of Antwerp and evading Belgian authorities, was shot dead in broad daylight on a busy street in Barcelona.

A court in Antwerp, Belgium, has sentenced seven men to up to 15 years in prison for financing the terrorist group Islamic State (ISIS). The main suspect, who is still at large, received the longest sentence.

ONEX Elefsis Port & Logistics Center and the International Port of Antwerp-Bruges have signed a strategic alliance agreement focused on the development of critical port and logistics infrastructure.

Russian services reported the discovery of magnetic mines on the hull of the tanker Arrhenius, which had arrived at the Russian port of Ust-Luga from Antwerp, raising new alarms in the Baltic Sea.

Nike's management and unions in Laakdal, Antwerp, Belgium, have reached a social agreement concerning a maximum of 371 economic redundancies. The agreement addresses the terms of the layoffs at the sports equipment manufacturer.

The naphtha margin has eased, coinciding with an increase in stocks in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region.

Harry Leijdekkers, the elder brother of 'Bolle Jos,' known as Antwerp's former 'coke king,' has been arrested in Istanbul for the third time.

An explosive device was thrown against a residential building in the Berchem district of Antwerp, Belgium, around 11:30 PM on Friday night.

A 6-year-old girl is in critical condition after a terrible accident in Antwerp where she collided with a police vehicle.

A school in Antwerp, Sint-Lutgardis, has withdrawn its reading list following a parent's complaint about a recommended book containing scenes of sexual relations and violence against women.

Belgian police arrested five Dutch nationals and one Belgian after discovering 208 kilograms of cocaine in a warehouse in Antwerp.

This article presents a morning quiz question asking about the main river in Antwerp, Belgium. It is a general knowledge item rather than a news report on a specific event.

Seven people were taken to the hospital for checks in Antwerp after an apartment fire, likely caused by a bicycle battery, which resulted in limited material damage.

Tarek M., a central figure in cocaine trafficking from South America to the port of Antwerp, has been sentenced to nine years in prison and a €2 million confiscation.

A Dutch cargo ship sank overnight near Antwerp, Belgium, leading to an oil leak in the Schelde river. Both crew members were rescued and taken to the hospital for checks.

An oil spill originating from Antwerp is spreading towards nature reserves in Zeeland and the Westerschelde in the Netherlands, posing a significant environmental threat. The coming days are crucial for assessing the full consequences, with cleanup efforts anticipated to last for several weeks.

Jacques Vandermeiren has resigned from his position as CEO of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, a role he held since January 2017, with COO Rob Smeets taking over as interim CEO.

Cleaning operations following an oil spill in the port of Antwerp, Belgium, which occurred on Thursday evening, are expected to continue for several more days, according to the port manager.

The port of Antwerp in Belgium has been closed to vessels due to an oil spill, causing disruptions to maritime traffic.

A seven-year-old child is in critical condition after being hit by a bus in Boom, Flanders, on Thursday evening, as confirmed by the Antwerp public prosecutor's office.

Der Justizminister warnte im Hafen von Antwerpen davor, dass die 10-Millionen-Initiative den Kampf gegen Drogen und Extremismus gefährden könne.

A man was seriously injured in a knife fight that occurred on Monday afternoon in the train station district of Antwerp, Belgium.

Local police in Antwerp have successfully located and apprehended two convicted criminals involved in separate cases: a fugitive drug trafficker and an internationally wanted perpetrator of violence.

Kalmar has announced a deal to supply hybrid straddle carriers to PSA Antwerp, enhancing the port's operational efficiency and sustainability.

Goedemorgen! Vandaag kan voor het eerst een nieuwe maanmissie worden gelanceerd vanuit Florida. Ook doet het Hof in Antwerpen uitspraak in de Belgische Funcaps-zaak.

The Latvian Dailes Theatre's production of "Rothko" has been warmly received in Antwerp, adding to its international tour which has included cities like Athens, Vienna, Paris, Milan, London, and Amsterdam.

Recent explosions in Liège and Amsterdam, along with fires in London and Antwerp, are being linked to a newly identified pro-Iran Islamist network called "the Virtuous," which is suspected of being connected to the Tehran regime.

Incidents, including car burnings in Antwerp, are being treated as potentially antisemitic across several European countries, including the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands, following the US and Israeli attack on Iran on February 28, with Belgian officials now assessing the risk of pro-Iranian cells aiming to demonstrate their capacity to act by attacking Jewish sites.

Two minors have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in a "terrorist" organization following a car being set on fire overnight in Antwerp's Jewish quarter, prompting a public prosecutor's terror probe.

Military personnel are being deployed to the streets of Brussels and Antwerp, Belgium, starting Monday, with details of their mission to be announced.

An international team of researchers, led by Belgian scientists from the Flemish Institute for Biotechnology (VIB) and the University of Antwerp, has made a discovery...

A high-ranking judge in Antwerp warns that drug trafficking poses a threat to social stability in Belgium, echoing a colleague's concern that the country is becoming a 'narco-state' where mafia groups form a 'parallel force'.

High-ranking Belgian judges are warning that drug trafficking through the port of Antwerp is fueling violence and corruption, threatening to turn the country into a narco-state and collapse its judicial system.

A 40-year-old man has been arrested in Antwerp in connection with the suspicious death of a woman in a building on the Grand-Place on Tuesday.

Four railway tracks are blocked between Kontich-Lint and Mechelen on the Antwerp-Brussels line, causing interruptions to train services.

Julia Boschman, a member of the Flemish pop group K3, is accused of a hit-and-run incident in Antwerp after allegedly striking a 14-year-old girl on a bicycle and leaving the scene.

The port of Antwerp, a crucial NATO logistics hub, will receive its own NASAMS air defense system, following Belgium's announcement last October to purchase such systems.

Belgium is deploying air defense missile systems in the port of Antwerp to counter the growing threat posed by drones to critical infrastructure.

The Belgian port of Antwerp will acquire its own air defense system by 2027, as announced by Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever. The Belgian army recently purchased Norwegian NASAMS anti-aircraft we

An investigation has been launched into the suspicious death of a 16-month-old baby in Berchem, Antwerp. Authorities have stated there was no criminal intent or third-party involvement.

The deregulation agenda being pushed by Germany’s chancellor and Italy’s prime minister is economically and ethically flawed When the European Union launched its green deal in 2019, putting into law the goal of climate neutrality by the middle of the century, it showed strategic foresight as well as global leadership. Russia’s war in Ukraine has starkly underlined the extent to which the continent’s energy security – and its future prosperity – is dependent on the transition away from fossil fuels. Lately, however, EU leaders’ environmental approach appears to be echoing the youthful St Augustine’s plea on chastity: make us greener, but not yet. The recent European Industry Summit in Antwerp made unusually big headlines thanks to Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s xenophobic outburst over immigration. But it was also notable for fierce attacks on one of the most important pillars of EU environmental policy. The bloc’s emissions trading system (ETS) – which makes polluters pay for the C02 they emit – has achieved dramatic results in driving down overall emissions since 2005 and encouraging green innovation. Worryingly, the German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, appeared to sympathise with demands from Sir Jim and other CEOs for a radical relaxation of the rules. Continue reading...