In the same message he also expresses his condolences to the relatives of the assassination attempt. He also indicates that he will monitor developments from the National Crisis Center, together with the Ministers of Justice and Home Affairs.
Brussels Prime Minister Rudi Vervoort announces on X that the provincial crisis phase has been activated. According to Brussels Mayor Philippe Close, “the police services are mobilizing to guarantee safety in and around the capital.” Minister of the Interior Annelies Verlinden (CD&V) is monitoring the situation from the National Crisis Center, she writes on X.
Flemish Minister of Brussels Benjamin Dalle (CD&V) speaks of “a black day for our capital”. He expresses his support for the police services to quickly catch the perpetrator.