Brussels

Brussels is the capital of Belgium and the seat of the European Union's institutions, including the European Commission, Council of Europe, and Parliament. Recent news highlights include Hungary's new PM Peter Magyar seeking to unlock EU funds in exchange for reforms, the EU's anti-fraud office investigating Lord Mandelson, and the bloc's efforts to better protect children online with a new age-check app. The city is also relevant due to its role in international relations, economic ties, and diplomatic activities between European countries and other nations, including the US. As a hub for EU decision-making, Brussels continues to shape policies and regulations affecting Europe and beyond.