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US Approves Missile Sale to Belgium
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential sale of AGM-184 joint strike missiles to Belgium. The value of the approved sale is $236 million.
NATO Secretary General: Putin's Victory Is Distant Dream
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stated that victory for Russian President Vladimir Putin is now a distant dream.
Belgian Youth Show Reluctance Towards Transgender Friends
A recent report indicates that one in three young people in Belgium do not want a transgender person as a friend, with young men expressing more traditional views.
Several Countries Oppose EU Centralized Grid Plans
Multiple European countries are objecting to Brussels' proposals for centralizing the development of the EU's electricity grid.
Belgian Biotech Firm B-COS Secures 1 Million Euro Grant
Belgian biotech company B-COS has received a 1 million euro grant to fund research into a 'plant vaccine' aimed at protecting crops from diseases and pests. The funding will support further development of their agricultural technology.
Euroclear Rejects Moscow Ruling on Russian Assets
Euroclear has rejected a Moscow court ruling that sought damages and aimed to unfreeze Russian assets. The company has maintained its stance on keeping Russian assets frozen.
Belgian Police Seek Victim of Violent Theft
Police in Belgium are searching for an unknown victim of a violent theft that occurred in the Marollen district.
NATO Secretary General Rutte Comments on Putin's War
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stated that victory for Russian President Vladimir Putin is now a distant dream. Other reports indicate Ukrainian critical infrastructure enterprises may form air defense groups and that Ukraine is receiving NATO aid from Moldova.
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Belgian Air Force Plane Flies at Minimum Altitude
A Belgian Air Force A400M aircraft, flight BAF654, was observed at an altitude of 30,975 feet.
Netherlands Seeks EU Funds for COVID-19 Goals
The Dutch cabinet is traveling to Brussels to secure COVID-19 funds.