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The front page of De Standaard focuses on social issues in Brussels, specifically drug-related crime and the response from local authorities. It also covers international news including Iceland's potential EU bid, a significant oil deal between the US and Venezuela, and the ongoing situation in…
Residents in Brussels' Noordwijk neighborhood feel neglected as drug dealing escalates, with some resorting to self-defense measures due to perceived lack of police effectiveness.
The mayor of Sint-Gillis discusses the daily challenges of dealing with drug-related violence and his efforts to combat it in his municipality.
A commentary criticizes the government's perceived inaction and weakening of the state in the face of escalating drug-related issues, particularly in Brussels.
Icelanders are voting in a referendum on whether to resume EU accession talks, with significant debate and skepticism expressed about potential EU terms.
The United States and Venezuela have reportedly reached an agreement concerning over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves, potentially securing US supply for decades.
A review of Ruben Van Gucht's new talk show 'Happy Hour', suggesting it lacks substance and originality.
Prime Minister De Wever is undertaking a historic visit to India, the first by a Belgian Prime Minister in twenty years, for discussions with Narendra Modi.
Following a glacial outburst in the Himalayas, a deadly flood has caused casualties in Tibet and Nepal, with bodies now washing ashore in India.
A British far-right commentator, previously advocating for immigration enforcement checks in supermarkets, has been arrested by ICE.
