Brussels Terrorist Attacks!

[myreality]

http://www.theguardian.com/world/liv...s-live-updates

Brussels explosions: multiple casualties after airport and metro blasts – live

Thirteen reported dead in blasts at Zaventem airport
Airport on lockdown as train and plane services suspended
Ten reported dead in blast near EU buildings in Brussels


http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/22/europe...ls-explosions/

2 explosions at Brussels airport, 1 at subway station; reports of several killed


Brussels, Belgium (CNN)[Breaking news update, posted at 5:50 a.m. ET]

The terror threat level in Belgium has been raised to four, its highest level. There were three explosions in Brussels on Tuesday -- one at a subway station and two at the airport. Raising the threat level to four means authorities can deploy the army onto the streets to meet security needs.

[Previous story, posted at 5:47 a.m. ET]

(CNN) -- A series of blasts throughout Brussels on Tuesday have killed multiple people.

Two explosions occurred at the city's airport. Several people were killed, according to the country's public broadcaster, RTBF. Initial reports say up to 10 people were killed and more than 30 people were injured.

Brussels under attack: Live updates

Another blast at a subway station occurred in the suburb of Maalbeek, near the European quarter, where much of the European Union is based, according to CNN affiliate RTL. All metro stations in the city have been closed, according to the official Twitter account for the city's transportation agency.

It's unclear what caused the blasts, or if they're related to terrorism.

https://www.rt.com/news/336519-explo...ssels-airport/

17 dead, dozens wounded in 2 blasts at Brussels airport - reports

17 people have reportedly been killed and dozens wounded after two blasts rocked Brussels’ Zaventem airport.
READ MORE: Terrified Brussels airport visitors flee terminal building after twin blasts (VIDEO)

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Brussels police have told Sputnik that Zaventem’s great hall was targeted in the blast, but they couldn’t confirm the number of the victims in the attack.

“There was an explosion, but we cannot say more," a police spokesperson said.

A suicide bomber was responsible for one of the blasts, Belgian broadcaster VRT said. Three suicide belts packed with explosives have been found at the Brussels airport by police, local TV reported.

LIVE UPDATES: Brussels airport bombing

Reports also suggest that first there was a shot fired in the departure hall, then something was called out in Arabic, and only afterward, two explosions rocked the facility.

Warning: Death and Gory pictures in this link.
http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=a4e_1458633182
http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=ff4_1458635607


Metro Explosion aftermath video, its from a twitter link.
https://twitter.com/evanlamos/status/712209645318889472




Reddit has a timeline of events, being updated as things unfold.
https://www.reddit.com/r/worldnews/c...ssels_airport/

9:10: radio now reports that possibly a third bomb was found at the airport
9:13: entire Belgium now in highest terror level (4). All other airports closed off.
9:17: ring road around brussels will be closed off soon
9:18: central train station in Brussels is being evacuated according to national radio
9:19: it seems it's the metro station connected to the central train station
9:20: 1-20 casualties reported by national radio
9:22: french-speaking radio now report EXPLOSIONS in METRO. Multiple people exiting metro with bloody faces
9:25: people are reporting smoke next to metro station:https://twitter.com/PaulineArmandet/...92021516165122
9:29: live feed belgian national television now contains reports about metro attack. It's station Maalbeek in Brussels.
9:31: another tweeted image: https://twitter.com/GillesKLEIN/stat...92847684968448
9:32: all metro stations in Brussels will be CLOSED
9:34: there is now an official emergency number: 02 506 4711
9:37: apparently metro station Schumann is also affected. Both of these metro stations are in the European quarter of Brussels.
9:40: I have to go now. Might keep updating, but more sporadically
9:54: latest reports 13 casualties, more than 30 severely wounded. A university in Brussels is being evacuated (ULB)
10:24: just heard a report that people have to walk on the tracks to get out of metro station in Brussels
10:25: Belgian officials are asking for not to use cell phone in Brussels, but to use social media instead.
10:30: Brussels airport closed at least until 6am Wednesday
10:37: Red cross Belgium has made website for people to find each other in Brussels: http://ikbenveilig.rodekruis.nl/brussel
10:40: apparently central station in Antwerp is being evacuated atm
10:43: officials are asking people in Brussels to stay where they are
11:00: from radio news: more and more official buildings in Brussels are being evacuated
11:00: one explosion at airport was suicide bomber, second one was bomb package
11:00: all public transport in Brussels has been shutdown
11:00: schools in Brussels and Flanders are asking to keep everybody inside
11:08: Belgian prime minister is planning a press conference
11:10: belgian mobile phone network provider are again asking not to use phone network in Brussels.
11:16: car tunnels in Brussels being closed, strict checks at Belgian/French border
11:18: central station in Antwerp is open again
11:23: Facebook has activated safety check for Brussels: https://www.facebook.com/safetycheck...ons-march2016/
11:27: Belgian report says there might have been explosion near parlement now
11:28: 225 extra soldiers are being sent to Brussels
11:34: Belgian radio now says explosion near parliament was a controlled explosion by police.
11:41: live press conference prime minister is starting
11:42: PM confirms two attacks: airport and Maalbeek metro station. Extra security by military.
11:47: PM repeats emergency number: 1771

Two arrested individuals

LIVE - Al counted 21 killed in attacks in Brussels - Prime Minister calls for calm and solidarity

LIVE Brussels Airport is around 8am rocked by two explosions. Thereby are at least 11 deaths and 35 serious injuries. In Maelbeek Metro Station, there have been explosions. There, according to the fire department 10 deaths.


03:50 Michel: What we feared has happened

Prime Minister Charles Michel has made ​​an emotional statement during a press conference. "What we feared has happened: in two attacks in Zaventem and terrorist murders in Maalbeek" said Michel. "Our first thought goes to the victims and their families, and also to the people who are still waiting for news about their loved ones."

Michel spoke of a "tragedy" and a "black day" for our country. He calls for calm and solidarity. "We are being tested, we must face together."

The Prime Minister also confirmed that the OCAD has decided to raise the threat level for the country to the highest level. This means that additional measures be taken, additional troops are deployed and the strengthening of border controls.

03:38 225 soldiers to Brussels

There are 225 additional troops brought to Brussels. That brings the total to 1,000 soldiers.

03:37 Increased vigilance at nuclear plants

There is an increased vigilance and additional safety measures at nuclear power plants. Vehicles are checked. Police and military personnel are on site, reports Belga.

03:32 Press Conference: Stay inside

Christian De Coninck, police spokesman in Brussels, has again called on the population during a press conference to stay indoors. He confirmed that fatal casualties in the blast in Maelbeek Metro Station, but could not give a number. The emergency services are massively present sounds. "There is still working on the spot."

"We are asking people to stay indoors. There is no public transportation in Brussels, no trams, subways or buses."

De Coninck also said that the service victim was on the ground.

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The hate for the refugee's and Islam is starting to surface, leaders are already jumping to take advantage of the situation. I am done for now, please post updates if you can.

[Salodin]

I'm glad casualties are as low as they are. It seems terrorists can't get it right after 9/11. In before call to ban Muslims.

[tyven]

Gdi terrorists go be mean to each other back in your stupid desert and leave the good people alone

[Aksannyi]

Have a friend who is supposed to be traveling there next month. I don't think that's gonna be happening now.

[Tyrath]

Have a friend who is supposed to be traveling there next month. I don't think that's gonna be happening now.

This shit is silly every time something like this happens.

Unless they're going tomorrow or later this week. It's irrelevant.

[tyven]

fo rella especially because Brussels is hella dope. altho you can see the whole thing in like 3 hours so after that your friend should definitely just go to amsterdam

[Aksannyi]

He's been to Amsterdam. He and the people from his department are going to a conference, so they're only going for like 4 days. I'm just unsure if the conference, which is next month, will be canceled or not.

[Tyrath]

A month from now? I honestly doubt it will be.

[Wulfgang]

The exclamation point at the end of the thread title is really throwing me

[Melena]

Never underestimate the fear of bombs.

[Boyiee]

I was hoping I'd be saving money with Paris after the attacks there.

I didn't.

Lightning doesn't strike twice etc.

[Moss]

I'm just really concerned about the conference right now

[6souls]

31 dead, 212 wounded - http://live.mprnews.org/Event/Belgium_terror_attacks

More live coverage

[myreality]

The exclamation point at the end of the thread title is really throwing me

Go ahead and change it, didn't realize I put it there.

[Ksandra]

He's been to Amsterdam. He and the people from his department are going to a conference, so they're only going for like 4 days. I'm just unsure if the conference, which is next month, will be canceled or not.

I hope not.

One of the better things a person can do in this situation is to visit said country and spend money there.

[6souls]

[Xno Kappa]

Fucking crazy. I've flown in and out of that airport a bunch of times when I lived in Germany.

[Richybear]

Where abouts in Germany??
I was in Ramstein for a few years, then in Baden from 88-93 when the base closed. (Military brat life)

[GoggleHead]

Did they find who did it yet?

[Xno Kappa]

Where abouts in Germany??
I was in Ramstein for a few years, then in Baden from 88-93 when the base closed. (Military brat life)

Hohenfels. Southeast Bayern. Absolutely loved it. Lived there for four years and got to travel all over Europe and Northern Africa.