The party argues that this approach is the only viable option to support Ukraine without imposing an additional financial burden on European taxpayers. Since Russia's large-scale invasion of Ukraine, Belgium has been at the forefront of implementing financial sanctions against Moscow
The invitation was extended during a phone call between the leaders on Tuesday, after an initial delay on the Ukrainian side. According to De Wever’s spokesperson, the Belgian Prime Minister has acknowledged the invitation and will accept it at an appropriate time
The meeting follows an announcement by former US President Donald Trump that the United States will initiate bilateral negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine, initially excluding European nations and Kyiv from the process
Recent European Commission data indicates that approximately 4.3 million Ukrainians currently benefit from this status across the EU, with Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic hosting the largest number of refugees
In Belgium, nearly 5,000 cubic meters of birch wood have been detected in 142 trucks, valued at €14.8 million. Birch wood, prized for its durability, smooth texture, and resistance to cavities, is especially popular in the furniture and construction industries
