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'Unconscionable': Human rights activist decry EU visas for Taliban officials
Since its return to power in Afghanistan, the Taliban has steadily rolled back on women’s rights, banning girls from age 13 from attending school, legalizing domestic violence and child marriage.
Europe does not view Israel as an apartheid state, EU ambassador tells ‘Post’ - interview
EJA seeks protected minority status for Europe Jews to tackle antisemitism, protect Jewish practice
The war the world overlooked: Sudan’s humanitarian catastrophe - opinion
Plaque for Belgian resistance fighters who saved Jews defaced with swastika
The memorial plaque in Brussels that a white swastika and the white nationalist version of the Celtic Cross had been painted on the memorial.
Two sanitation workers in Brussels are accused of chanting for the death of Jewish politician
Brussels sanitation workers chant death threats against Jewish politician Viviane Teitelbaum. Complaint filed, disciplinary action pursued.
Palestinian PM: European countries are encouraged to recognize Palestinian state
"This is again hopefully a source of encouragement for these countries to take the necessary courageous step," Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority Mohammad Mustafa said.
Airsoft grenades thrown at Israeli embassy in Belgium
While police have not announced a motive, this is one of many incidents this week against Israeli embassies across the globe.
Arab and EU ministers to discuss Gaza war, peace efforts
Sven Koopmans said EU members agreed on core priorities such as ending the war, avoiding a regional war, and working towards a two state solution.
Imam recites Quran at Belgian parliament, calling for killing, kidnapping of Jews
Since the war in Gaza began, between October 7 and December 7, Belgium's anti-discrimination agency registered 91 reported incidents related to the conflict, exceeding the 57 recorded in 2022.
Borrell threatens Israel on two-state solution, as EU begins road map talks
“I don’t think we should talk about the Middle East peace process anymore,” Borrell told reporters. “We should start talking specifically about the two-state-solution."
More than 20,000 people join pro-Palestinian rally in Brussels
"What is happening right now in Gaza is beyond devastating," one demonstrator said, carrying a poster that read "Ceasefire now!" in Dutch.
EU leaders vow tighter borders, more repatriations after Brussels attack
The European Commission said the bloc's new migration pact would help prevent such situations by allowing swifter deportations of foreigners who are deemed a security threat.
Macron says 'Islamist terrorism' rising in Europe, all states at risk
"We saw it again yesterday in Brussels. All European states are vulnerable, and there is indeed a resurgence of Islamist terrorism," Macron said.
