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Politics · European UnionBelgium Ministry: US No Longer Reliable Ally Under Trump
An internal Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs document has warned that the United States under President Donald Trump is no longer a reliable ally. The paper calls for a re-evaluation of EU-US relations and suggests strengthening ties with opponents of the current US administration.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionDrone Sighting Disrupts Brussels Airport Traffic for 30 Minutes
Brussels Airport experienced a 30-minute disruption on Friday evening due to a drone sighting. Air traffic control operator Skeyes confirmed the incident, which has prompted renewed concerns about airspace security.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionCanadian national Biwei Zhang to remain in pretrial detention in Belgium
A Canadian citizen, identified as Biwei Zhang, will continue to be held in pretrial detention in Belgium. Zhang, a 33-year-old computer scientist, was arrested on accusations of espionage and participation in a criminal organization while interning at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe.
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Climate · European UnionBelgium wildfire burns 27 square kilometres in High Fens nature reserve
A wildfire in Belgium’s High Fens nature reserve burned over 27 square kilometres on 15 August 2026, forcing 600 residents to evacuate. Over 250 emergency personnel, including firefighters from Belgium and Germany, were deployed, with EU assistance from Sweden, the Netherlands, and the Czech Republic.
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