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Fate of Belgian aid worker jailed in Tehran linked to Iranian prisoner in Belgium

Iranian authorities have imposed a 28-year sentence on jailed Belgian aid worker Olivier Vandecasteele, a spokesman for his family said. His fate is linked to that of an Iranian diplomat accused of masterminding a 2018 foiled bomb plot in Paris.

Radio France Internationale

England wins 2022 World Cup of food with roast dinner ranked number one meal

The traditional British roast dinner was voted the number one food in the world - with England beating the likes of both France and Spain, and Belgium and Argentina also scoring highly

Daily Mirror

Thousands protest in Brussels over cost-of-living crisis, hitting public transport

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Brussels on Friday to protest against the rising cost-of-living, hitting public transport systems and disrupting this week's European Union (EU) summit.

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World Cup 2022: Best moments, disappointments and players of the tournament in Qatar

Argentina and France meet at the Lusail Stadium in Doha for the biggest prize in world football

The Independent UK

Iran Sentences Belgian Aid Worker to 28 Years in Prison

The Iranian authorities sentenced Belgian aid worker Olivier Vandecasteele to 28 years in prison, according to a spokesman for his family. Vandecasteele, 41, was arrested in Iran at the end of February and was once held in Evin prison over "fabricated series of crimes" on suspicion of espionage. Belgium and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

EU countries have another go at Russia sanctions amid Polish, Baltic concerns

European Union countries will make another push to agree on a ninth package of sanctions against Moscow on Thursday after Poland and Lithuania blocked a deal over concerns it might benefit Russian oligarchs in the fertilizer business.

Reuters

Iran sentences Belgian aid worker to 28 years in prison

Iran has imposed a 28-year jail term on a Belgian aid worker, stirring a bitter debate over a stalled prisoner exchange treaty between Tehran and Brussels.

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Liverpool target Sofyan Amrabat responds to transfer links after agent discusses future

Sofyan Amrabat has been linked with a move to Liverpool after helping Morocco reach the World Cup semi-finals with victories against Canada, Belgium, Spain and Portugal

Daily Mirror

Belgium place job advert looking for ‘serial winner’ as next manager

Roberto Martinez stepped down after the failure to get out of the group in Qatar

The Independent UK

Belgium want ‘serial winner with experience in managing top players’ as new boss

Roberto Martinez stepped down after the Qatar World Cup.

The Independent UK

Kevin De Bruyne hands Pep Guardiola toughest job after World Cup horror show

Kevin de Bruyne struggled to make an impact at the World Cup - and ensuring he avoids a hangover from Belgium's failure will give Pep Guardiola arguably the toughest job when the Premier League returns

Daily Mirror

Hugo Lloris fires "hostile" warning before France face World Cup giant-killers Morocco

Morocco have overcome Belgium, Spain and Portugal to reach the World Cup semi-finals, where their toughest challenge awaits in the form of defending champions France

Daily Mirror

France v Morocco: Keys to World Cup Semi-final

Morocco have conceded just one goal in the entire tournament -- an own goal in their 2-1 win over Canada in the group stage -- with Croatia, Belgium, Spain and Portugal all failing to breach a rock-solid back line. But France boast multiple goal threats.

Asharq Al-Awsat

PM to clarify future on return from summit

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Monday pledged to clarify his political future after returning from the Asean-Europe summit in Belgium.

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More than half of Morocco's World Cup squad were born abroad. What will their success mean for other African diaspora players?

Fourteen of the 26-man squad in Qatar were born overseas ranging from countries in Spain, France, the Netherlands, Italy and Belgium.

Asharq Al-Awsat

France Favorites but Morocco Eye Another Knockout Punch

After putting Belgium, Portugal and Spain to the sword in Qatar, Morocco are looking to bring another soccer superpower to their knees when they face France in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday in a match heavy with political and social overtones. Morocco, the first African side to reach the…

Reuters

European Parliament acts on lawmaker accused in Qatar graft probe

The European Parliament moved on Monday to strip one of its members of her role as vice president after she and others faced criminal charges over allegations Qatar lavished them with cash and gifts to influence decision-making.

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Tesla Megapacks Replace World War II Turbojet Generator In Belgium

The largest battery energy storage system (BEES) in continental Europe has been recently inaugurated in Belgium. It consists of 40 Tesla Megapacks.

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Atlas Lions make history: Morocco’s road to the semi-finals

The Atlas Lions faced Belgium, Croatia, Spain and Portugal, but only conceded once – that to an own goal, to Canada.

Reuters

EU parliament member, Gulf state probed over suspected graft

Belgium launched an investigation on Friday into possible corruption involving an unidentified Gulf state and at least one member of the European Parliament, the federal prosecutor said.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Moroccan Fans Scramble for World Cup Flights

Moroccans scrambled on Friday to get seats on the seven additional flights that state carrier Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has announced to help soccer fans get to Qatar for the World Cup quarter final against Portugal. Morocco, the last African country left in the tournament and the first Arab country…

Daily Mirror

What happened to World Cup sensation L'Oreal offered contract to based on TV appearance

Belgium shone at the World Cup in Brazil eight years ago both on and off the pitch, as fan Axelle Despiegelaere - then only 17 - was handed a contract by cosmetic giants L'Oreal after catching the eye

Reuters

UK, European neighbours agree to curb illegal immigration

Ministers from Britain, Belgium, France, Germany and the Netherlands on Thursday agreed plans to step up co-operation to tackle irregular immigration across Europe and try to stop people smugglers working in the English Channel.

The Guardian - UK

Happy returns: will early World Cup exits benefit Premier League clubs?

Welcoming players back from Qatar now may provide a crucial advantage when the hectic domestic schedule restarts

The Independent UK

How to spend the perfect long weekend in Bruges this Christmas

Wrap up warm and hit the cobbled streets of Belgium’s most photogenic city this winter, advises Helen Coffey

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