Flanders Mandates Pre-Arrival Integration Course for Immigrants
12 June 2025
In Flanders, the integration process for foreigners now begins in their country of origin. The measure takes effect this autumn.
Belgium
Belgium Urges Travelers to Update Vaccines Amid Measles Outbreaks in Morocco, Romania
11 June 2025
Belgium has issued recommendations for its travelers wishing to go to Morocco and Romania.
Moroccan Immigrant Faces Trial for Domestic Violence After Pandemic Lockdown Strains
11 June 2025
The life of a Moroccan residing in Belgium took a turn during lockdown. Today, he finds himself in court for physical violence against his wife and children.
Brussels Politician Fouad Ahidar Advocates for Service Neutrality, Addresses Religious Diversity in Public Roles
8 June 2025
The Fouad Ahidar Team created a surprise in the last regional elections, managing to win three seats in the Brussels parliament. Invited on Thursday to the show Bonsoir Le Club (…)
Gad Elmaleh Sells Out Brussels Shows with New Stand-Up Special "Himself"
7 June 2025
After selling out on Thursday and Friday, Moroccan comedian Gad Elmaleh will perform again on stage this Saturday evening at Forest National to present his new show "Himself".
Brussels Police Rescue Two Sheep from Illegal Eid al-Adha Slaughter During Wedding Procession
7 June 2025
Two sheep destined for slaughter for Eid joined a wedding procession in Molenbeek-Saint-Jean. Authorities were alerted to "save" the two animals.
Belgian Imams Face Low Pay and Cultural Disconnect, Expert Warns
5 June 2025
Michaël Privot, an Islamologist, theorist and promoter of liberal Islam, and former member of the board of directors of the Muslim Council of Belgium (CMB), believes that the (…)
Drug Network Leader Charged in Fatal Mistaken Identity Shooting in Brussels
4 June 2025
The assassination of Khalid, a 31-year-old young man mistakenly shot with 17 Kalashnikov bullets on September 14, 2023, on Wayez Street, a busy commercial thoroughfare in the (…)
Belgium: Could residence permits be withdrawn from unemployed foreigners?
2 June 2025
The Belgian Parliament is examining the possibility of withdrawing residence permits from unemployed foreigners receiving benefits.
Baby Seriously Injured by Falling Phone at Belgian Fair Ride
1 June 2025
Oussaid, a 13-month-old baby, was seriously injured on the forehead by a phone that fell from a ride, while he was enjoying the fairground attractions set up in Saint-Ghislain (…)