Operations at Belgium's Brussels Airport were temporarily halted on Thursday due to a drone sighting, a spokesperson for air traffic control Skeyes said on Thursday, without specifying how many drones had been seen. Local media reported drones had been sighted in other parts of the country as well, among others at a military base.


Russia-NATO tensions: Belgium's new air security centre to counter drone threats

Russia-NATO tensions: Drone sighting halts operations at Belgium & Sweden airports

Authorities in Belgium are investigating a series of mysterious drone sightings reported across several regions, sparking concerns about possible espionage or surveillance activity. The unexplained flights have raised national security questions, with experts warning that foreign actors could be testing new reconnaissance technologies.


Mysterious Drone Sightings Over Belgium Reported: Are They Being Used For Spying?

Belgium’s security forces and air defense systems are on high alert after mysterious drones repeatedly entered restricted airspace. Despite deploying helicopters and advanced drone jammers, the unidentified drones remain untracked and unclaimed, raising major national security concerns.

Belgium: Helicopters & Drone Jammers Fail to Intercept Mysterious Drones | WION 

#Gravitas Belgium is reportedly sliding towards becoming a narco-state, as powerful drug cartels infiltrate the police, judiciary, and political system. An anonymous investigating judge in Antwerp has issued a chilling warning through an open letter on Belgium’s official judiciary website, alleging deep corruption and criminal influence at every level. The revelation raises fears that Europe’s key port hub could be losing its battle against organised crime.

Belgium On The Brink Of A ‘Narco State’ As Drug Cartels Infiltrate Police And Judiciary

In a one-of-a-kind event, Belgians took to the water in hollowed-out pumpkin boats to compete in a 100m relay race. The annual tradition draws crowds and showcases creativity, fun, and teamwork on the water!

Belgians Race Pumpkin Boats in 100m Relay In a Unique Water Contest

Fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi, a key accused in the multi-billion dollar PNB scam, has suffered yet another legal blow. A Belgian court has once again rejected his bail plea, just ahead of a crucial extradition hearing.


India submits photos of barrack no. 12 at Mumbai’s Arthur Road jail 

In a major boost to the efforts to bring back fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, a court in Antwerp, Belgium rejected his appeal against extradition, bringing India closer to secure his return.


Mehul Choksi extradition: Belgian court says 'no obstacle' in sending him back to India

The businessman, accused of defrauding PNB of over Rs 13,000 crore, fled India in January 2018 and acquired Antiguian citizenship.

Antwerp Court greenlights Mehul Choksi’s extradition to India

The order has come as a strong validation for India's case seeking his extradition, with Choksi having the option of appealing against the decision in a superior court in Belgium.


Breaking: Belgium court orders fugitive diamond trader's extradition

The diamond merchant has demanded his immediate release, citing irregularities in the arrest procedures. This comes just days after the Belgian Court of Appeal rejected his bail plea. India news | Trending

Mehul Choksi alleges violation of natural justice by Belgian authorities, files fresh plea

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi has filed a "freedom request" after being arrested in Belgium, citing serious health issues, including cancer. His lawyer argues he is not a flight risk. Meanwhile, the ED has contacted 10 countries to confiscate Choksi's foreign assets as the investigation deepens.

Fugitive Mehul Choksi files freedom request after arrest in Belgium

Fugitive Mehul Choksi seeks freedom amid cancer treatment plea

#GRAVITAS | Fugitive diamond jeweller Mehul Choksi has been arrested in Antwerp Belgium. Belgian police has confirmed the news to Wion. The legal process is underway for his extradition to India, following a formal extradition request filed by Indian enforcement agencies. Watch this video to find out more.

Choksi is key accused in $1.5 bn Punjab National Bank fraud case

According to Hariprasad, one of the complainants in a case against Mehul Choksi, extradition would be difficult as the accused businessman had a fleet of lawyers, who earlier allowed him to evade the law. India news

Fugitive Mehul Choksi arrested in Belgium. How long can his extradition take?

Indian authorities have reportedly urged Belgium to initiate fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi's extradition to India. This after reports surfaced that he, along with his wife Priti Choksi was residing in Antwerp. Watch in for more details!

Mehul Choksi arrested in Belgium, faces extradition to India

Two Billion Dollar PNB Fraud Accused Mehul Choksi Arrested

Mehul Choksi arrested in Belgium, India seeks extradition

India: PNB fraud accused Mehul Choksi arrested in Belgium

Piles of human skeletons have been found under the streets of Brussels, some as old as 800 years. Officials say the mass grave is from a hospital. World Trending

Over 800-year-old human skeletons discovered under busy Brussels street

A new law implemented in Belgium on Tuesday prevents cigarettes or any tobacco products from being put on display in shops. Watch to know more!

Belgium bans display of tobacco products in shops; health plan to rid Belgium of tobacco by 2040

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi living in Belgium, says reports

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi, wanted in the $2 billion PNB fraud case, is reportedly living in Belgium. India had earlier sought his extradition from Antigua, but authorities now claim he is no longer on the island. Antigua and Barbuda have pledged to assist India in the legal process, while reports suggest Choksi may be planning to move to Switzerland.

Fugitive Mehul Choksi reportedly living in Belgium amid extradition battle

India News: Keen to firm up defence ties with India, Belgium is seeking to conclude a cooperation agreement with Delhi, said visiting Belgium Defence Minister Theo Francken in an interview with WION

Tanks, defence attaché, agreements: Belgium keen to firm up defence ties with India

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