Belgium Struggles to Form Government for Over 200 Days
belgium January 8, 2025 12:49Belgium is facing a critical point in coalition talks as efforts to form a government for over 200 days have yet to yield results.
Belgium is facing a critical point in coalition talks as efforts to form a government for over 200 days have yet to yield results.
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