Unmasking the terrifying truth behind the Brussels Terror Attack! Suspect killed and 2 other dead
Brussels: Unraveling the Aftermath of the Tragic Attack
A suspected gunman, believed to have been responsible for the deaths of two Swedish citizens in a terrorist incident in Brussels, has been fatally shot by the police, marking the conclusion of an extensive overnight pursuit.
The Belgian Federal Prosecutor’s Office officially verified on Tuesday that the identity of the suspect, though unconfirmed at this time, has been extinguished.
As reported earlier by the public broadcaster RTBF, the suspect met his demise during a police operation on Tuesday morning within the Cage aux Ours district, situated in the Schaerbeek municipality, northeast of the capital city of Brussels. According to RTBF, he was found in possession of a firearm at the time of the encounter.
The assailant’s lethal attack on Monday evening coincided with Belgium hosting Sweden in a Euro 2024 qualifying soccer match at the King Baudouin Stadium, situated approximately 3 miles (5 kilometers) from downtown Brussels. This unfortunate incident resulted in the game being abruptly called off at halftime.
Subsequently, the stadium had to be cleared, and spectators were instructed by the National Crisis Center to promptly depart and head home.
In a video shared on social media, an individual who identified himself as the perpetrator professed to be “inspired by the Islamic State.” The spokesperson for Belgium’s federal prosecutor’s office disclosed that the “Swedish nationality of the victims was mentioned as a probable motivation for the act.”
During a press conference, spokesperson Eric Van Duyse stated, “At this juncture, there are no indications of a potential connection to the Israeli-Palestinian situation. Nevertheless, in response to both the established facts and the claimed motive, immediate security measures have been put in place to safeguard Swedish supporters to the best extent possible.”
This tragic shooting incident follows a series of Quran-burning protests in Sweden and Denmark, which triggered heated demonstrations in Muslim-majority nations, raised concerns about security, and led both Scandinavian countries to contemplate a review of their liberal freedom of speech laws.
Belgian officials strongly denounced the assault.
Belgian Foreign Minister Hadja Lahbib expressed her shock at the terrorist attack that took the lives of two individuals in central Brussels. In a post on X, previously known as Twitter, she called for the full mobilization of essential resources to counter radicalism. She also extended heartfelt condolences to the victims, their families, and the dedicated police forces.
In the wake of the attack, the terror threat level for Brussels was elevated to 4, signifying the highest degree of threat. Simultaneously, the French Interior Ministry reported the reinforcement of security checks at the Franco-Belgian border.
The streets of Brussels saw an increased police presence to uphold safety, as confirmed by the city’s mayor, Philippe Close, in a message on X.
He conveyed, “In the aftermath of the shooting incident in Brussels, law enforcement agencies are actively working to secure the well-being of the city and its vicinity, in close partnership with the Minister of the Interior. I am presently at the crisis center, ensuring effective coordination.”
In a message shared on X, Belgium’s Prime Minister Alexander De Croo extended his “most heartfelt condolences to the families affected by this reprehensible attack.” He assured close monitoring of the situation in conjunction with the Ministers of Justice and Home Affairs, in collaboration with the Belgian Crisis Center, urging the residents of Brussels to remain vigilant.
Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson expressed his gratitude for the “international support for Sweden” in a post on X on Tuesday. He continued, “While we grieve for the victims, my government is actively collaborating with relevant agencies and international allies. Together, we stand resolute in our united stance against terrorism.”
Additionally, the country’s Crisis Center issued a message on X, appealing to the public not to disseminate images or videos of the incident as a mark of respect for the victims.
By: M Z Hossain, Editor Sky Buzz Feed
