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N-VA calls for regional crisis phase to tackle Brussels security crisis: “Brussels needs to put its own house in order first”

2 September 2026

Brussels is facing an unprecedented and persistent wave of drug-related gun violence. In response, Brussels MP Mathias Vanden Borre is calling on the Brussels Government, in a resolution, to activate the regional crisis phase. “Brussels’ approach to security remains far too fragmented, while …

Theo Francken on Terzake: ‘I’m incredibly proud of all the young people choosing a career in Defence’

28 August 2026

Geopolitical tensions are rising, hybrid threats are moving closer to home and transatlantic relations are under pressure. Speaking on Terzake, Defence Minister Theo Francken pulls no punches as he discusses the precarious situation in Ukraine, the need to spend at least 3.5% — and potentially as …

Three days of shootings in Brussels: “Home Affairs Committee must meet urgently”

25 August 2026

Brussels has been hit by shootings on three consecutive days. This brings the total number of shooting incidents this year to more than 60, putting last year’s record at risk of being broken. Even after a police station in Anderlecht came under fire from a Kalashnikov, the political response …

N-VA wants to put an end to abuse of job-search leave: “Those who are granted leave to apply for jobs should actually use it for that purpose”

10 August 2026

Employees who take job-search leave during their notice period should actually use that leave to look for a new job. With a new bill, N-VA parliamentary group leader Axel Ronse wants to tighten the current system and prevent abuse. Currently, employees are entitled to paid job-search leave during …

Defence supports France in the fight against wildfires

29 July 2026

Belgium is deploying military personnel and specialised equipment to France to support the emergency services in combating the severe wildfires. A first contingent of 29 service members will depart on Wednesday. “France can count on our support. Our military personnel have the expertise and the …

Three Communities speak with one voice: radio must remain standard in new cars

22 July 2026

The Flemish, French-speaking and German-speaking Communities have reached a joint position on radio reception in new cars. Belgium will therefore advocate during the European negotiations on the Digital Networks Act for preserving radio reception in new vehicles, ensuring that drivers do not become …

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