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The European Union has removed all economic sanctions on Syria, following the fall of dictator Bashar al-Assad and the establishment of an interim government.

The biological parents of the two children abducted from Dalfsen earlier this year will remain in custody for an additional two weeks. The father, identified as Enschede lawyer Michaël van K, is temporarily suspended from practicing law by the Order of Lawyers in Overijssel.

European NATO ministers debate a new defense spending norm in Antalya, with disagreements on increasing spending to 5% of GDP by 2032. The deadline for the agreement is set at the upcoming summit in The Hague.

All six prisoners who escaped from a prison in Saint-Hubert, Belgium, are back in custody after being apprehended by the authorities.

Belgian YouTuber Acid faces police search after disclosing the name of a convicted medical student, sparking controversy and legal actions.

Seven detainees break out of Saint-Hubert prison, triggering a massive manhunt by police. This is the second major escape from the facility, with three recaptured and four still on the run.

Former US President Donald Trump expresses admiration for Ahmed al-Sharaa, describing him as a 'young, attractive man' with a strong background after a meeting in the Middle East.

During a historic meeting, President Trump pushes for Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa to normalize relations with Israel and take responsibility for detention centers with IS prisoners.

Belgian authorities seek a 10-year prison term for Jos Leijdekkers, accused of smuggling 3400 kg of drugs hidden in charcoal. Leijdekkers, alias 'Bolle Jos,' is on the run in Sierra Leone.

A Belgian woman who disappeared 14 years ago after scamming her neighbors reemerges in France, admitting to a past mistake and explaining her whereabouts.

A bomb alert was reported at Charleroi Airport in Belgium on a plane arriving from Porto, causing evacuation and police presence.

A Belgian woman from Incourt was drugged and raped by her husband for over a decade, similar to the infamous case of Dominique Pelicot in France. The husband, now 85, avoided jail due to health issues.

Ahmed al-Sharaa, once a bomb maker fighting the US, seeks European support in rebuilding Syria, meeting with French President Macron in Paris.

Two Belgian teenagers, David and Seppe, are back home after a month in a Kenyan prison for ant smuggling. They were fined €6,800 for possessing 5,000 ant queens.

A thief in Belgium was swiftly apprehended after stealing a Bpost delivery van due to the vehicle's track-and-trace system, ensuring no impact on mail delivery.

Israel to escalate conflict with Hamas, Houthi missile hits Israel, and looming threat on Iran's nuclear sites. International concerns grow over Gaza humanitarian crisis.

Israel's airstrikes in Syria send a clear message to protect Druze amid rising jihadist attacks. The complex Syrian conflict involves religious and ethnic tensions. Read more on Telegraaf.nl.

Freddy Horion (77), a convicted murderer, requests euthanasia citing unbearable psychological pain after being imprisoned for over 45 years in Belgium.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu delivers a clear message by attacking a target near the presidential palace in Damascus, warning against threats to the Druze community.

High temperatures lead to traffic congestion at the Belgian coast, with three individuals falling ill in a stationary train amidst the May Day celebrations.

Two individuals have died in a stabbing incident in Turnhout, Belgium, followed by police intervention resulting in the suspect being shot by officers.

Elderly suspects, dubbed 'rover grandpas', face trial for robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris, stealing a 9 million euro haul. Kardashian to testify in court.

The Court of Appeal in Mons, Belgium, has ordered a new investigation in the Bende van Nijvel case, focusing on a lead involving two French brothers potentially linked to the notorious gang's activities in 1985.

Irma van Aeken (65) was severely injured by a wild boar while walking her dog in Meerhout, Belgium. The incident left her with a broken sternum, deep cuts, and bruises.

Several NATO countries, including Spain and Italy, are falling short of the 2% GDP defense spending target, facing pressure from the US for higher investments in defense.

Two Belgian teenagers face trial in Nairobi for smuggling 5,000 African harvester ant queens in reagent tubes, sparking concerns over illegal wildlife trade.

Jules Vangeel, 22, stops marathon in crocs after 30km due to body signals. Training, heart rate, and performance analysis.

Belgium increases defense budget to reach 2% GDP NATO target, utilizing dividends and frozen Russian assets without austerity. Future 3.5% GDP target discussed.

Oost-Vlaanderen man wins €52 million EuroMillions jackpot, plans to buy new shirts and invest wisely. Check the winning numbers and reactions.

Spanish High Court rejects amnesty for Carles Puigdemont due to misuse of public funds. Updates on Catalonian separatist leader's legal case.