Charleroi

As a result, the train has come to a halt, blocking one of the two tracks between Fleurus and Ottignies. Consequently, only a single track is currently operational, severely limiting the capacity for passenger services and leading to a backlog of delays

The disruption, attributed to a national protest for pensions in Brussels, was exacerbated by a severe shortage of security staff from BSCA Security, the airport's external security provider

According to the Charleroi public prosecutor's office, the incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when the suspect, who lived with his parents, brandished a firearm during a family gathering. He fired twice inside the house, prompting a family member to call the police for help

The Charleroi City Council recently passed regulations aimed at facilitating the operation of bars, cafés, and restaurants, signaling a proactive step toward economic recovery and community vibrancy

Refusing to comply with police instructions, he recklessly maneuvered his vehicle onto the pavement, colliding with a police car in his attempt to evade capture. Despite his efforts to flee on foot, he was swiftly apprehended by law enforcement officers