Tom Van Grieken: Re-elected President of Vlaams Belang Amid Controversy and Allegations of Violence

2023-12-16 21:43:00 “This man filed a complaint against me because we allegedly showed violence. (…) I just made a statement to the police to tell them clearly that we will not allow ourselves to be intimidated,” explained Mr. Van Grieken. “Vlaams Belang has a heart for healthcare and a heart for the police, but not … Read more

Police Brutality and Misjudgment: The Case of Augustin and the Unreasonable Use of Force

2023-12-16 14:04:00 Sketch of justice: “I hit no one, Mr. Justice” Haven’t seen the little brother… But what started this sequence? That Tuesday, Augustin entered the Stockel Square gallery in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre (Brussels). He has a cap screwed on his head. At 19, he looks 15. He holds hands with his little brother whom he has … Read more

Belgium’s Efforts to Reform the Justice System Despite Challenges and Criticisms

2023-11-25 06:00:00 I don’t think I was harsh. But as the new Minister of Justice, I take my responsibilities and I say the things that need to be said. I am a pragmatist and, regardless of the position held, I have always taken my responsibilities. But – and I have already said this – I … Read more

Renewing Liberal Politics in Flanders: Open VLD and the Future of Governance

2023-11-04 06:00:00 In any case, there will still be a liberal party in Flanders. Between 20 and 25% of Flemish voters are ready to vote for a strong liberal party. In terms of political figures to be renewed, my successor, Tom Ongena, is working on it and I support him. However, on the content and … Read more

Vlaams Belang’s Roadmap to Flemish Independence in 2024: A Comprehensive Analysis

2023-06-11 15:02:08 The Vlaams Belang declared itself convinced on Sunday, during a congress held in Lier (province of Antwerp), that the momentum for the independence of Flanders will be given in 2024, after the legislative and regional elections planned June 9 next year. The far-right party, leading in the polls in the north of the … Read more

“Brussels Stabbing Incident Near Alhambra District: Latest Updates and Investigation Progress”

2023-05-28 16:52:09 A 30-year-old was stabbed during a fight in the night from Friday to Saturday, at the height of the crossroads formed by the quai aux Foins which extends the rue des Echelles and the rue de Laeken, in the Alhambra district, near the theater Royal Flemish and the Yser metro station, in the … Read more

“Language Controversy: Motorway Signs Indicate Liège Instead of Luik in Antwerp”

2023-05-23 13:49:10 Road signs on a motorway interchange in Antwerp have for a few days indicated “Liège” instead of “Luik”. However, this is not an error, assured Katrien Kiekens, of the Flemish Roads and Traffic Agency, responsible for signaling, in the columns of Het Nieuwsblad on Tuesday. “According to the guidelines we use, the language … Read more

“N-VA President Bart De Wever’s stance on governance with Flemish far-right party VB and coalition partners Open VLD and CD&V”

2023-05-21 05:53:05 “If the communists take part in the exercise of power, then my bags are ready”. “If the Vlaams Belang cleans up / cleans up its shit (“zijn shit opkuist” in Dutch, editor’s note), why not? “Says Mr. De Wever when asked about governance with the Flemish far-right party. “But as long as the … Read more