Stories from Belgium

A second building has been occupied since yesterday evening, according to the source.

Belgian hospitals can unknowingly hire doctors who have been struck off the medical register in their country of origin due to a flaw in the current verification process.

Euroclear CEO Valérie Urbin announced intentions to sue if the European Union proceeds with seizing frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. The depository aims to protect itself from potential bankruptcy resulting from possible retaliatory measures by Moscow.

The European Union has decided to withhold 400 million Euros from Bulgaria. The reason for this action is related to concerns over rule of law and corruption. This decision impacts Bulgaria's access to EU funds.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed she held a conversation with US President Donald Trump. Officials noted that several core requirements previously proposed by the US have not been included in the current draft.

The Royal Observatory of Belgium's seismology and gravimetry section recorded earthquake activity. Witnesses reported feeling the tremor, with one individual stating they fell from a chair. A listener reported their dog woke up at 2:00 AM following the event.

A physicist responsible for the MétéoSuisse pollen measurement network successfully produced viable sperm following a testicular tissue transplant. The patient had previously lost all viable sperm due to treatment for a hereditary blood disease.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated the EU has made good progress toward ratifying its tariff deal with the United States. Members of the European Parliament oppose hasty ratification, citing the need for stronger safeguards due to the US administration's threats and inconsistent stance. The agreement requires oil-producing companies to supply at least 90% of the volume supplied in March and April of the previous year. The South Korean government has pledged financial support to oil companies affected by this measure. The report also mentions that the EU is considering suspending the Mercosur trade deal. Lawmakers cited threats from the Trump administration and inconsistent positions as reasons why stronger guarantee mechanisms are necessary for the agreement.

The European Union has extended its civilian monitoring mission on the Armenia-Azerbaijan border for another two years.

Brussels will provide 60 billion euros for local authorities between 2028 and 2034. Romania plans to provide 2 billion lei for its local authorities.