The Belgian royal family, Prime Minister Bart De Wever and EU officials joined victims, families and first responders in commemorations that included moments of silence, floral tributes and a human chain formed by emergency personnel. Survivors also shared personal testimonies, reflecting on the long-term trauma left by the attacks. “Ten years – it was harder than I expected emotionally,” survivor Beatrice de Lavalette said. The bombings, carried out by extremists linked to the Islamic State group, were the deadliest terrorist attacks in Belgium’s history.
