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A 27-year-old drug criminal fled from the open prison in Hoogstraten, Belgium, with a waiting getaway car possibly indicating a planned escape.

Eisenhüttenstadt in Germany seeks new permanent residents by offering a two-week free stay in a furnished apartment as part of the 'Make Plans Now' immigration project.

Bayern Munich secures the signing of Germany center back Jonathan Tah from Bayer Leverkusen, strengthening their defense ahead of the Club World Cup.

Brussels influencer Adil.gofast banned for 17.5 years after filming high-speed drives, violating traffic rules, and multiple previous offenses.

German officials, including Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, express concerns over the situation in Gaza, citing mass airstrikes and shortages of food and medicine.

A 27-year-old Syrian IS terrorist goes on trial for a meticulously planned mass stabbing in Solingen, Germany, during a 'diversity festival.' Three dead, many traumatized. Details emerge of the attacker's motives and connections to the terrorist group.

Muhammad al-Muhammad, a 19-year-old Syrian refugee, is praised for bravely intervening to stop a knife-wielding woman in Hamburg's central station, preventing further casualties. The police thanked him with a cappuccino.

Firefighters in Germany perform complex rescue operation to free a man trapped under a train's armrest while searching for a lost AirPod.

Russia intensifies airstrikes on Ukraine as Germany lifts restrictions on long-range missiles, marking a shift in the conflict's dynamics. Learn more on telegraaf.nl.

Belgian maritime company considers constructing a floating nuclear power plant as a cost-effective alternative to land-based facilities. Collaboration with Belgian nuclear research center and government's interest in expanding nuclear energy highlighted.

A German court convicted four ex-top managers of Volkswagen for fraud in the long-running diesel emissions scandal, with prison terms imposed for their involvement in Dieselgate.

Netherlands forward Vivianne Miedema anticipates a return for the Women's Euros after recovering from a hamstring injury. Miedema aims to regain fitness during upcoming national team fixtures.

Liverpool is in pole position to secure the signing of Germany international Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, valued at £126 million.

Germany faces a surge in stabbings as a jihadist supporter strikes in Berlin, while an extremist youth group is apprehended for terror plots against migrants.

The German Federal Police express worries about the increasing radicalization of young people in extreme right-wing circles, with a growing role of social networks in recruitment and mobilization.

Eight people have been wounded in a stabbing at Hamburg train station, with three in critical condition. The motive behind the attack remains unclear.

Tourists are taking historical cobblestones, stones, and signs as souvenirs, causing damage and facing legal consequences in various European destinations like Bruges and Sardinia.

A Belgian car displaying the license plate '7 OKTOBR' sparks outrage, seemingly referencing the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023, leading to calls for investigation and stricter regulations.

Belgian authorities seek to lift immunity for five EU parliamentarians for suspected corrupt practices linked to Huawei. The European Parliament President, Roberta Metsola, confirmed the request.

German police detain four teenagers, aged 14 to 18, accused of belonging to a far-right extremist terrorist organization, involved in arson and vandalism activities. The group aims to overthrow the democratic system with violence against migrants and opponents.

EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas initiates an investigation into Israel's compliance with the EU partnership agreement, prompting reactions from Minister Veldkamp and opposition leader Geert Wilders.

A man injures five people with a sharp object at a cafe in Bielefeld, Germany, leaving three seriously wounded. German authorities suspect a terrorist attack as the perpetrator remains at large.

A suspected case of Ebola has surfaced in the Czech Republic, with an American man isolated in a hospital after seeking medical help in Tabor.

Poland grapples with political tensions and a surge in migration from Ukraine, affecting its EU stance and upcoming 2025 elections.

Moody's has lowered the US economy's top-notch AAA credit rating for the third time, impacting borrowing costs. President Trump expresses frustration over the downgrade.

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.

Latvian government issues guidelines to help citizens identify Russian spies, highlighting signs like unkempt appearance and suspicious behavior.

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.