Belgium Yesterday

7 August 2026

Yesterday in Belgium, the nation grappled with the tragic news of a young boy's untimely death in Merchtem, while international developments continued to shape the European landscape. Meanwhile, local crime concerns were highlighted by a home invasion incident in Jezus-Eik.

  1. Morgan Freeman takes bad films if the pay is good

    Morgan Freeman admits he isn't always selective with film projects. In an interview with The New York Times, he states he sometimes accepts roles even if the script isn't good, as long as the compensation is appealing.

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  2. Explosive Drone Found in Leipzig: German Chancellor Calls Security Council

    German Chancellor Friedrich Merz convened a national security council after an explosive drone was discovered at Leipzig airport, a strategic site for Ukraine and NATO.

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  3. Spain to relocate 1,342 minor migrants from Ceuta amid crisis

    The Spanish enclave of Ceuta faces a severe migration crisis with thousands of migrants present. Spain plans to move 1,342 minor migrants to the mainland in the coming weeks.

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  4. 7-year-old Hamza wandered alone in Merchtem and paid with his life

    Seven-year-old Hamza was murdered after wandering alone in Merchtem with his iPad. Hours earlier, police had returned him to his mother and uncle, but he later suffered fatal abuse, allegedly by his uncle. His mother accused the uncle of her son's death.

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  5. Italy extends border controls for Spaniards until August 15

    Italy has decided to extend border controls for Spanish nationals until August 15 to enhance security and manage migration flows in the Ceuta region.

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  6. Fake cop and 3 robbers invade home in Jezus-Eik

    In Jezus-Eik, Overijse, four men broke into a house. One posed as a police officer to mislead the resident while they searched the home, holding the woman under pressure.

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  7. Court halts construction of Trump ballroom

    The Court of Appeal has halted the construction of a ballroom in a Donald Trump real estate project due to legal disputes over permits and environmental impact.

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  8. How to recover vacation days when sick: expert explains

    If you're sick during your vacation, you can recover your vacation days. Marijke Beelen from Acerta explains how to navigate this process and the applicable rules, along with useful communication templates for non-Dutch speaking doctors.

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