Brussels: Belgium's Prime Minister Bart De Wever on Wednesday called an emergency meeting of the National Security Council after multiple drones were spotted over Brussels Airport and two military air bases, forcing flight suspensions. Interior and Security Minister Bernard Quintin said the situation "requires a coordinated, national approach," emphasizing that the safety of passengers and staff remains the government's top priority, Belga news agency reported.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the exact timing of the Security Council meeting has not yet been announced. The National Crisis Centre has been activated to coordinate the response after drones were detected over Brussels Airport as well as the Kleine-Brogel and Florennes military air bases, both key installations of the Belgian Air Force.
Flights at Brussels Airport were suspended twice late Tuesday after three drones were observed in the area. The airport confirmed Wednesday morning that 40 flights had been canceled while several others faced delays.