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New EU guidance aims to simplify compliance with sweeping cybersecurity regulations amid rising tech challenges and upcoming deadlines. https://t.co/shGlKpTKBA

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A sharp warning from the EU: Nicaragua’s fundamental rights are in severe decline, with calls for electoral reform and the return of human rights monitors. https://t.co/V8PUMgTZ4U

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Six added to EU’s Iran human rights sanctions list, including judges linked to trials of Nobel Peace Prize winner and dissidents, and a hacker tied to cyber-attacks against reformists and foreign bodies. https://t.co/6ykb7SELAg

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As homes are abandoned across France and Spain, the EU’s strategic reserve springs into action with aircraft and rapid satellite mapping. https://t.co/HZESkOTgbp

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As Iran’s role in Gulf tensions draws criticism, NATO strengthens cooperation with Qatar. Discussions highlight new projects and strategic frameworks for deeper ties. https://t.co/7zFYp992ck

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Four youths attacked and robbed a teenager on Saturday n Louvain-la-Neuve, but were arrested shortly afterwards, OPP-Walloon Brabant said on Monday. https://t.co/zbG7zXUnEy

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Actiris opens a study space at the Astro Tower in Saint-Josse, Brussels, for young people preparing for resit exams. https://t.co/euNaI5nkXs

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From April to June 2026, 47 people had their driving licences suspended. https://t.co/XtDhttbL3W

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It is rare that international organisations close. Some would say it was bad luck to have picked a loser, but I consider myself fortunate to have experienced the WEU’s glory years. https://t.co/ub6pM7aagW

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A Ugandan woman in her forties died in the blaze alongside her 18-year-old daughter, according to unconfirmed reports in Belgian media. https://t.co/SUqOb1GNM3

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The FIFA boss took to Instagram to launch an extraordinary attack on his critics. https://t.co/7hVDsV3416

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The victim was a Polish national, Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner said on Monday. https://t.co/GDYF83pVgK

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Three women were injured in the attack, two of them seriously. https://t.co/cchDd43t7l

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Speaking at the Libramont Agricultural Fair, the Belgian PM called for action on red tape, competitiveness and support for farmers. https://t.co/5Df8ef6J0T

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The strike, which began on 21 July, was launched over what unions described as structural staff shortages and chronic underfunding at the Fire and Emergency Medical Aid Service (SAIMU). https://t.co/h3oNh14emA

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The decision has prompted fierce criticism from politicians and police officials, who say the state failed to keep adequate watch over a man seen as dangerous. https://t.co/QQjhAgmRYR

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Dementia cost Belgian society an estimated €4.1 billion a year in 2019. https://t.co/aR7Atb7Alr

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Four people were arrested on board – two Spaniards, one Albanian and a man from Gibraltar. https://t.co/ydwCuCUfk7

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Two men wearing ski masks attacked two victims, including a 19-year-old who suffered severe injuries. https://t.co/wXQVOfx4XU

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Those wishing to donate blood can go to various locations across the country. https://t.co/FbPDZIS6gC