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Belgium Approves Controversial Immigration Law in Brussels 2026 Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) November 11, 2026 – Belgium has approved a controversial new immigration law allowing police forces to forcibly enter private residences without resident consent between the hours of 5:00 AM and 9:00 PM to detain undocumented … Read more

Vietnam and Belgium Plan Antwerp Port Partnership 2026 belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) November 11, 2026 – Belgian Ambassador to Vietnam Pieter Leenknegt has proposed establishing a formal municipal partnership between Ho Chi Minh City and Antwerp, home to Europe's second-largest seaport, during high-level diplomatic talks. The bilateral … Read more

Thomas Tayebwa Demands Fairer OACPS-EU Trade in Brussels 2026 Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) November 11, 2026 – Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda and President of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) Parliamentary Assembly, Thomas Tayebwa, has called for a restructured, equitable partnership between … Read more

Thirteen Migrants Rescued Off Coast of Ostend Belgium 2026 Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) November 10, 2026 – Thirteen migrants were brought ashore to Ostend after an extensive multi-agency maritime search and rescue operation off the French-Belgian coast. The emergency response was initiated on Monday evening following reports … Read more

Lenie Onzia Hired as Belgium Red Flames Coach in Tubize 2026 Tubize (Brussels Morning Newspaper) November 10, 2026 – The Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) has officially announced the appointment of former Belgium international and Arsenal player Lenie Onzia as the new head coach of the Belgian Red Flames. … Read more

World leaders gather for COP31 The annual UN climate conference – UNFCCC COP31 – started in Türkiye on Monday, 9 November. World leaders and negotiators will this week gather in Antalya, Turkey, for COP31. Antalya will be a crucial moment for the world to move … Read more

EU Approves €2.04bn Offshore Wind Scheme in Brussels 2026 Belgium (Brussels Moning Newspaper) November 10, 2026 – The European Commission has approved a €2.04 billion Belgian State aid measure to support the development and operation of the first offshore wind farm in the Princess Elisabeth Zone in the … Read more

Meghan Cancels European Parliament Address in Brussels 2026 Belgium (Brussels Morning News) November 10, 2026 – The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan, cancelled a scheduled address at the European Parliament in Brussels on Tuesday, marking her first public appearance since US federal authorities arrested and charged her estranged father, … Read more

Trump Administration Signals No Major New Offensive Against Iran Washington, D.C., United States, 10 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Trump Iran Military Offensive plans appear to be on hold as President Donald Trump signals that the United States does not currently see a need for another large-scale military … Read more

Russia and Ukraine Hold Four-Hour Peace Talks in Abu Dhabi With U.S. Mediation Abu Dhabi, 10 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Russia Ukraine Peace Talks resumed in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, with Russian and Ukrainian delegations holding nearly four hours of negotiations under United States mediation. The diplomatic meeting represents another attempt … Read more

Rheinmetall Signs 20 Skyranger 30 Unit Contract for Belgium 2026 Belgium(Brussels Morning Newspaper) November 09, 2026 – The Rheinmetall Group has secured a major contract to supply 20 Skyranger 30 air defence systems to the Kingdom of Belgium in an agreement valued in the mid three-digit million-euro range.… Read more

Brussels Short-Term Rental Penalties to Hit €6M in 2026 Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper)November 09, 2026 – The Brussels-Capital Region is projected to collect approximately six million euros in penalties from unregistered short-term rental properties by the end of 2026. Regional authorities have recovered at least five million … Read more

Merz Backs Ilse Aigner as Germany's First Female President Berlin, Germany, 9 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Germany First Female President plans have taken a major step forward after Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced his intention to nominate Bavarian politician Ilse Aigner as the country's next head of … Read more

Rubio Reports Progress on Ukraine's Postwar Security Framework Washington, 9 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Ukraine Security Framework negotiations have made progress as the United States works with European allies to establish long-term security guarantees for Ukraine following the war with Russia, according to US Secretary… Read more

Pope Leo XIV Warns Argentina's Leaders About Limits of Political Power BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, 9 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Pope Leo XIV Argentina visit has brought a strong message about democracy, political responsibility and the limits of government authority. Speaking in Buenos Aires on Sunday, 8 November 2026, the … Read more

Sheikh Hasina Seeks New Passport Amid Bangladesh Return Speculation NEW DELHI, INDIA, 9 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Sheikh Hasina Passport request has raised fresh questions about the former Bangladesh prime minister's possible return home after more than two years in exile in India. The development comes as … Read more

Nvidia Investigates Chinese Spying Claims Against CEO Jensen Huang Santa Clara, California, USA, 9 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Nvidia Spying Investigation has attracted international attention following reports that the American artificial intelligence chipmaker is examining allegations of Chinese intelligence activities targeting its chief executive, Jensen Huang. The … Read more

G7 Foreign Ministers Meet in Paris for Iran, Ukraine and AI Talks Paris, France, 9 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – G7 Foreign Ministers Paris Talks are taking place on November 9–10, 2026, as leading industrialised democracies gather in the French capital to address major international security challenges, including the conflicts involving … Read more

Trump Says Further Iran Strikes Unlikely as Peace Talks Progress Washington, D.C., United States, 9 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Trump Iran Peace Talks have raised fresh hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough after US President Donald Trump suggested that further American military strikes against Iran were unlikely if negotiations… Read more

Brussels Education Unions Plan Major Protest Over School Reforms Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Brussels Education Unions are preparing for major demonstrations in the Belgian capital as teachers, students and trade union organisations intensify their opposition to education funding cuts and controversial government reforms.… Read more

Anderlecht Synagogue Attack: Ambassadors Show Support Anderlecht, Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Anderlecht Synagogue Attack has brought renewed attention to the safety of Jewish communities in Brussels, with ambassadors visiting the synagogue to express solidarity following the incident. The diplomatic … Read more

Police Remove Student Protesters From ULB University Building in Brussels Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – ULB student protesters were removed by Belgian police from a university building in Brussels on Saturday, November 7, 2026, ending more than two weeks of occupation at the Université Libre de … Read more

EU and African Union Push for Stronger Investment Ties Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – EU-Africa Investment is becoming a major priority as the European Union and African Union work to strengthen economic cooperation, expand trade and attract new funding for infrastructure, renewable energy and business … Read more

Haren Prison Incidents Spark Security and Safety Concerns in Brussels Haren, Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Haren Prison Incidents have raised serious concerns about security and inmate safety in Brussels after an escape, violence against prison guards and a rape complaint were reported within two days. … Read more

Brussels Murder Suspect Release Sparks Legal Controversy After Court Dispute Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Brussels murder suspect release has drawn attention to Belgium's criminal justice system following a procedural dispute that resulted in a court ordering a suspect's release from custody. The development raises important … Read more

Brussels Shooting Near Fontainasplein Leaves One Person Injured Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – A person was shot and injured near Fontainasplein in central Brussels on Saturday evening, November 7, prompting a police response and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Shooting … Read more

Five EU Leaders Call for Closer UK Ties Ahead of Brussels Summit Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Five European Union leaders have urged stronger relations with Britain, calling for closer cooperation on clean energy, electricity trading and economic ties ahead of a major EU-UK summit in Brussels… Read more

Europe Technology Dependence: EU Pushes for Digital Independence Brussels, Belgium, 8 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Europe Technology Dependence is becoming an increasingly important issue as European policymakers examine how to reduce the continent's reliance on American and Chinese technology companies. From artificial intelligence and cloud computing … Read more

Bomb Threats Disrupt Flights Across Europe as Security Fears Grow Brussels, 7 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Bomb threats targeting passenger aircraft across Europe have raised serious aviation security concerns, with airlines facing flight diversions, emergency inspections and heightened security measures. The incidents have placed additional pressure on European … Read more

Turkey Landfill Methane Leaks Raise Concerns Ahead of COP31 ISTANBUL, Turkey, 7 November – Brussels Morning Newspaper – Satellite observations have exposed significant methane emissions from several major landfill sites across Turkey, raising fresh environmental concerns just days before the country hosts the COP31 United Nations climate summit. Researchers … Read more