This latest crackdown follows a December 2024 conviction of three Afghan nationals in Belgium for their role in a major people-smuggling ring. Those convicted were arrested in the UK by the National Crime Agency and the Metropolitan Police
The footage, shared by the Belgian wildlife organisation Welkom Wolf, clearly shows the animal moving through the area. However, the exact location of the sighting has been withheld to ensure the safety of the wolf
The Rivierenland fire brigade reported the incident on Friday, stating that the fire started in a machine, which had to be dismantled to fully extinguish the flames. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, and the fire was brought under control before it could spread further
According to a police statement, the birds were being transported in poor conditions, with cramped cages and inadequate ventilation. This prompted officers to intervene and confiscate the animals
Founded in 1565, when renowned artist Pieter Paul Rubens was just 12 years old, the tavern holds the title of Belgium’s oldest bar. Over 450 years later, Quinten Matsijs remains remarkably unchanged, offering visitors a rare glimpse into the past
