President Volodymyr Zelensky is eager to highlight his crackdown on corruption, ahead of E.U. accession talks and possible Western investigations of war aid.
Tag: Brussels (Belgium)
European Parliament Corruption Suspect Cuts Deal With Prosecutors
A former European lawmaker described as key to an alleged cash-for-influence operation by Morocco and Qatar has signed an agreement with the Belgian authorities.
European Parliament Focuses on 2 More Lawmakers in Corruption Scandal
The assembly on Monday began the process of lifting the immunity of two members at the request of the Belgian police in a snowballing corruption investigation involving Qatar.
When Being European Parliament President Includes Aiding Police Raids
Roberta Metsola, the youngest person to become president of the European Parliament, is seeking to expand the assembly’s role while guiding it through the aftermath of major bribery accusations.
4 Charged With Corruption in Bribery Inquiry Linked to Qatar
The Belgian authorities announced other charges, including money laundering, in a case involving current and former members of the European Parliament.
Brussels Terrorist Attack Trial Opens, Reviving Painful Memories
The proceedings against 10 men linked to the 2016 bombings at an airport and a subway station are the largest ever organized in Belgium and are expected to last up to eight months.
After Belgium’s Loss to Morocco, Violence Breaks Out in Brussels
The violence erupted after Morocco upset Belgium, 2-0, at the World Cup.
Belgium Police Killing May Have Been Terrorism, Officials Say
The suspect was on the government’s watch list of potential extremists. Attacks have been rare in Europe in the past few years.
As Europe Piles Sanctions on Russia, Some Sacred Cows Are Spared
The European Union has been severing economic ties with Moscow to support Ukraine, but some countries have lobbied to protect key sectors.
Ukraine Offensive Will Push Through Winter, US Defense Chief Says
The “deliberate cruelty” of Russia’s latest bombardment has made the West more determined to help Ukraine, Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said.