Terrorist attacks hit Zaventem airport in the north-east of the city and Maelbeek metro station in Brussels city center close to some European Union institutions, leaving 34 people death and 187 wounded as Islamic State claims responsibility for both attacks. Belgium raised its terrorism alert to the highest level today. Three days of national mourning have been declared.
Twin explosions hit the check-in area of the main airport about 8h local time and another single explosion hit the metro station one hour later.
A book dedicated to condolences will be opened at the Belgian Embassy for the victims of the terrorist attacks which took place in Brussels today March 22.
We encourage people to offer their respect and condolences, and to present themselves at the Belgian Embassy at the scheduled time.
- Wednesday march 23 from 13h to 18h
- Thursday march 24 from 13h to 16h
- Friday march 25 from 13h to 15h
One minute of silence will be observed on Wednesday march 23 at 17h in front of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium Johan Van Oldenbarneveltlaan 11 2582 NE ‘S-Gravenhage.
Diplomat Magazine acknowledges the terrible events that have occurred in Brussels today. We wish to exted our warmest regards and wishes to the Belgian communities around the world. Furthermore, we also express sympathy and most especially our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who have suffered from the attacks and also to the Belgian diplomatic mission in the Netherlands.
