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BRUSSELS, Feb. 7 (Xinhua) -- Security is being ramped up in Brussels following a series of shootings this week which left one person dead.
Federal reserve officers will be deployed in the district of Anderlecht, with increased patrols in metro stations and high-risk areas, after the incidents involving armed men.
In March 2024, the Brussels government identified 15 high-crime areas, or "hotspots," to receive targeted security measures.
In a press conference on Friday, Belgian Justice Minister Annelies Verlinden called for international cooperation to urgently address arms and drug trafficking.
In a bid to increase efficiency and free up more resources, Interior Minister Bernard Quintin proposed merging Brussels' six local police zones. The proposal has been backed by the federal government but opposed by city mayors.
With over a million residents and heavy daily commuter traffic, Brussels faces ongoing security challenges. Enditem
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