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Teen Ant Smugglers Nabbed in Nairobi

Belgian Ant Smugglers: How Two Teenagers Ended Up Trafficking 5,000 Insects for Fun

While most teenagers are either cramming for exams or doom scrolling TikTok, two Belgian guys — Lorno David and Seppe Lodewijckx — decided to go on an exotic safari with an unexpected souvenir. No elephants. No giraffes. Not even a fridge magnet. Instead, they tried to bring home 5,000 live ants from Kenya. Yes, you

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Increase in NATO forces in Belgium

Belgium to boost NATO’s rapid reaction force in 2025

The Belgian government has officially confirmed that the country will significantly increase its contribution to NATO’s defense capability from 2025. This decision was made against the backdrop of ongoing instability in Europe and the overall strengthening of the North Atlantic Alliance. Belgian Defense Minister Ludivine Dedonder said the number of Belgian troops in NATO’s Very

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Reduction of places in refugee reception centers in Belgium

Reducing the capacity of local refugee reception centres in Belgium: challenges and solutions

In recent years, Belgium has seen a sharp decline in the number of refugee accommodation places in local initiatives. A reduction in the capacity of centers by more than 30% since 2021 threatens the efficiency of the accommodation and order system. With the growing influx of migrants, the issue of creating additional places and improving

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