Belgium Launches Probe into Russian Interference in EU Elections

Belgium's Prime Minister announced an investigation into suspected Russian interference in European Parliament elections, citing the country's intelligence services' confirmation of "pro-Russian interference networks." The objective is to elect more pro-Russian candidates to weaken the EU's support for Ukraine, with evidence of cash payments to promote a "Russian agenda." Belgium's judicial authorities confirmed that Russian interference would be subject to prosecution, and the Prime Minister emphasized the need for action at both national and EU levels to combat Russian propaganda and disinformation.