Brussels enters its second day in a state of highest alert as the threat of terrorist attacks forces a shutdown
The Belgian government says it will reassess the situation this afternoon (Sunday) as the hunt for several ISIS-linked terrorists continue
The metro and many train links have been shutdown amid fears that a series of attacks, similar to those in Paris, could be carried out in Brussels according to information received.
Brussels, the home of the European Parliament amongst other EU institutions, has provided a base for those who killed 130 people in France just over a week ago, and residents have been told to avoid crowds. Many restaurants have closed and concerts been cancelled.
The US embassy told Americans in the country to stay indoors and the US European Command issued a 72-hour restriction on travel to the city by all military personnel and contractors.
Interior minister Jambon said the "terror threat in Belgium would not be over once Salah Abdeslam is out of harm's way."
"The threat is broader than the one suspected terrorist," he said in comments on Flemish broadcaster VRT, reported by La Libre Belge newspaper.
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Uncertain and worrying times, and markets will continue to remain cautious
Brussels is currently in shutdown amidst threats of terrorist attacks
