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Rwanda and Belgium Restore Diplomatic Relations After 18 Months of Discord
Rwanda and Belgium have officially restored diplomatic relations after an 18-month rupture. The decision, announced in New York, follows facilitated talks and aims to re-establish embassies.
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has decided to put his career on hold until September 2027, with the Nations League campaign starting in September.
A Belgian company, Semlex, is facing trial in Belgium for alleged embezzlement and corruption related to a 2015 biometric passport contract in the Democratic Republic of Congo, implicating figures linked to former President Joseph Kabila.
Belgian startup Any introduces a modular electric motorcycle, the LUV1, designed for cargo use. It can store up to 120 liters and comes with various modifiable panels for different needs.
Belgium awards scholarships to Palestinian students — but gives them no way to leave Gaza
Belgium has awarded scholarships to Palestinian students, but they are unable to leave Gaza due to disagreements in the government over evacuations. The students have been offered funded places at Belgian universities, but visas are required to enter the country, and the …
Antwerp's 'human zoo': Belgium confronts shame of colonial past
Belgium is confronting a dark chapter of its colonial history, specifically the 1894 Antwerp World's Fair where over a hundred Congolese people were forcibly exhibited in a 'human zoo,' leading to seven deaths.
Rain aids fight against Belgium's biggest wildfire, as blazes rip through Europe
Rain over eastern Belgium on Monday brought some relief to firefighters battling to contain the country's biggest wildfire on record, which had threatened to reach the German border.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has been heckled on a visit to the area of the country worst hit by wildfires, as blazes continue to cause further deaths and evacuations across Europe.
Europe is grappling with widespread wildfires, including Belgium's largest recorded blaze near the German border, while the French Prime Minister faced public anger during a visit to a fire-affected region.
Belgian authorities have ordered the evacuation of parts of the city of Monschau in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, due to a massive forest fire in the Hohes Venn nature reserve. The fire has destroyed 30 square kilometers of land and is still out of control.
A wildfire in Belgium's largest nature reserve has killed two people and forced hundreds to evacuate, while another fire raged on the Greek island of Salamis, killing an elderly couple.
Belgium faces largest wildfire on record, turns to Europe for air support
Belgium is battling its largest wildfire since 1911, with over 250 firefighters and emergency personnel working to stop the spread of the blaze. The country has turned to Europe for air support, with reinforcements arriving from several countries.
Belgium turns to European air support as wildfire rages near German border
Belgium has requested European aerial support to combat its largest wildfire in over a century, which is rapidly spreading through the High Fens nature reserve near the German border.
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Builders renovating a house in Belgium discovered a stash of gold worth €9m (£7.6m) sealed into the walls of its cellar. The construction workers stumbled across the hidden trove of gold bars and coins while drilling to lay new sewage pipes in the property in east Flander…
Flower wave
A giant flower carpet inspired by The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai is seen at the historic Grand Place in Brussels, Belgium.
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia will leave his job at the end of the month after he and the country's football association agreed not to renew his contract. Garcia took Belgium to the World Cup quarter-finals, where they lost to eventual winners Spain.
Belgium national squad coach Rudi Garcia's contract was not extended beyond its scheduled end on July 31, the country's soccer association said on Monday. Garcia, who had taken the job in February 2025, coached the 'Red Devils' until the World Cup's quarter-finals, where …
A building fire in Brussels' city center has resulted in multiple fatalities. The fire occurred in a building undergoing renovations, with several workers still missing. The cause of the fire is unknown, and an investigation has been launched.
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia's decision to replace first-choice goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in the World Cup quarter-final loss to Spain has raised questions about his future. Garcia insisted Courtois come off due to a leg injury, but the Belgian goalkeeper felt he could con…
Spain's Mikel Merino scored a late winner as they defeated Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals, setting up a semi-final clash with France.
Spain's Maturity Shines in Bureaucratic Production: A Player-by-Player Analysis Against Belgium
Spain's maturity was on display as they maintained a bureaucratic pace against a disintegrating Belgium, who were missing key players Onana, Tielemans, and Courtois. The Spanish team showed discipline and organization, with each player fulfilling their role without making…
Merino strikes late as Spain beats Belgium 2-1 to set up France World Cup semifinal clash
Spain's Mikel Merino scored a late goal to beat Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarterfinal, setting up a semifinal against France. Merino's goal came after Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens spilled a shot, allowing Merino to score the winning goal.
Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarter-final, with Mikel Merino scoring a late goal to send Spain through to the semi-finals against France.
World Cup 2026: Merino's late winner sends Spain past Belgium and into semi-finals
Spain booked their place in the World Cup semi-finals on Friday after Mikel Merino struck a dramatic late winner at the 88th minute to secure a 2-1 victory over Belgium.
Spain advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup after a 2-1 win over Belgium in the quarterfinals. Fabin Ruiz and substitute Michael Merino scored for Spain, while Charles De Ketelaere equalized for Belgium. Spain will face France, who defeated Morocco 2-0, in the …
Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois left the field in tears after suffering an injury and making a crucial error in the World Cup quarterfinals against Spain. His replacement, Senne Lammens, made a decisive mistake that led to Spain's second goal.
Spain - Belgium in Live Action: Fabián Replaces Pedri in the Starting Lineup
Spain faces Belgium in the quarterfinals of the World Cup, aiming to advance to the semifinals and secure a spot among the top four teams. The Spanish team has made one change to their lineup, with Fabián replacing Pedri.
Luis de la Fuente: 'The best Lamine is yet to come; now he's very dangerous for the rivals'
Spanish national team coach Luis de la Fuente expressed confidence in his team's chances against Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals. He praised the team's evolution since their initial disappointment against Cape Verde and highlighted the potential of young player Lam…
Belgium's Jeremy Doku has struggled to make an impact at the World Cup, but he could be a key player in their quarter-final against Spain. Doku's pace, dribbling skills, and ability to get past defenders make him an option for coach Rudi Garcia.