The Latest Breaking News from Brussels

Why the European Union won't hit China with the 100% tariffs that Trump wants

Donald Trump's request for 100% tariffs on China is unlikely to gather the necessary support among European Union countries.

Euronews · Sep 16, 2025

Alleged cocaine-smuggling kingpin said to have earned €230m goes on trial

Heavy security as Flor Bressers, 39, appears in Brussels court where 30 suspected accomplices will also be tried

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2025

The Guardian view on the future of the EU: in search of a braver, bolder vision for a new era

Editorial: The European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, is right about the challenges Brussels faces. Far more ambition is required if they are to be met

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2025

Overcrowding and violence in Belgium's prisons: 'I was the victim of four assassination attempts'

The repurposed Forest prison in Brussels has opened its doors to the public to highlight the difficulties facing the prison system in Belgium, as overcrowding threatens inmates’ safety and hinders their reintegration.

Euronews · Sep 11, 2025

EU and India chase down trade deal with wrangling over food

The fact that agriculture is now being formally addressed in EU-India trade negotiations signals that talks are edging toward the finish line, according to experts.

Euronews · Sep 11, 2025

European carmakers clash over emission targets ahead of Brussels meeting

Over 150 executives from Europe's electric car (EV) sector have urged the EU to maintain its 2035 zero-emission target for cars and vans, countering earlier claims by traditional car manufacturers that the target was "unfeasible". European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is due to hold talks with automotive industry…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 8, 2025

Tens of thousands of protesters draw the Red Line for Gaza in Brussels

It comes days after Belgium announced it would impose sanctions against Israel and recognise Palestine at the UN General Assembly later this month, protest organisers say this is the result of public pressure, and urge demonstrators to keep taking to the streets.

Euronews · Sep 7, 2025

Charm offensive: Molenbeek's street festival sets city sights on becoming EU culture capital in 2030

Molenfest2025 is a multidisciplinary festival celebrating Molenbeek's diverse community. It's part of the Brussels neighbourhood's drive to change its image, that's often associated with violent crime, as it bids to become the European Capital of Culture in 2030 (ECOC2030).

Euronews · Sep 6, 2025

Brussels, my love? Emmanuel Macron: A King without his country?

In this edition of our weekly politics show, we break down the security guarantees for Ukraine, the EU-Mercosur trade deal and the political instability in France.

Euronews · Sep 6, 2025

EU distances itself from Commissioner's claims Israel committing genocide in Gaza

Teresa Ribera has been one of the most vocal critics in Brussels of Israel's military operation in Gaza, but Thursday’s speech was the first time she has used the term genocide in public.

Euronews · Sep 5, 2025