Prosecution seeks 25 years as Ullens trial resumes
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In Belgium today, the Ullens trial has resumed after a one-month suspension, with the prosecution requesting a 25-year prison sentence. The prosecution emphasized that their request is for justice rather than anger or vengeance.
Separately, singer Marco Borsato is seeking the return of €391,000 in costs following his sex case and is cautiously looking to the future, having resumed singing lessons. Meanwhile, an article questions Belgium's ability to freely manage its national budget, debt, deficit, and inflation, highlighting ongoing fiscal concerns.
King Philippe remains the head of state, while Bart De Wever serves as the Prime Minister, leading a five-party 'Arizona coalition' government that includes N-VA, Vooruit, CD&V, Mouvement Réformateur (MR), and Les Engagés.