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Eurovision Hall during voting, 2025

Belgium questions its participation in Eurovision 2026

On May 20, 2025, the Belgian public broadcaster VRT publicly expressed concerns about the transparency of the Eurovision voting process. The statement came shortly after the semi-final, which featured scenes with Palestinian flags and political slogans that sparked intense reactions. In its address to the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), VRT demanded clarifications about how viewer […]

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Belgian soldiers during NATO operation drills

Belgium Increases Military Support for Ukraine and Strengthens Role in NATO: Impact on Social Programs

In 2025, Belgium takes a major step in reinforcing its defense and supporting Ukraine. Defense Minister Ludivine Dedonder announced a significant expansion of Belgian troops available for rapid NATO deployment, while Prime Minister Bart De Wever confirmed the transfer of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. However, these growing military expenses are already impacting domestic social

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NSPA's Luxembourg headquarters under investigation

NATO Corruption Scandal: Belgium Launches Official Investigation

The Belgian Federal Prosecutor’s Office has opened a criminal case on suspicion of large-scale corruption within NATO structures. Investigators are looking into possible fraud with defense contracts, leakage of confidential data and money laundering schemes. The main object of the investigation is the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), located in Luxembourg. According to the

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