Belgium Commemorates 10th Anniversary of Brussels Terror Attacks
Daily Pulse
March 22, 2026
Belgium Commemorates 10th Anniversary of Brussels Terror Attacks
Commemorative events are held at key sites in Brussels, attended by Prime Minister De Wever and the Belgian royal family.
On March 22, 2026, Belgium marked the tenth anniversary of the 2016 terrorist attacks that resulted in 32 fatalities and over 300 injuries. Ceremonies took place at Brussels Airport, Maelbeek Metro Station, and a memorial in the European Quarter. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the attacks as a blow to Europe, noting that the EU has since intensified its counter-terrorism cooperation. The perpetrators received lengthy prison sentences following their convictions.
For journalistic integrity, this report was summarized from: deutschlandfunk.de
