Two people killed in suspected terrorist incident in Belgian capital

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Two people were killed in a suspected terrorist incident shooting in Brussels tonight.The incident is believed to have happened around 7pm local time, near the Boulevard d'Ypres in Brussels, Belgium.Footage shared online shows a man shooting several times near a station using a large weapon.

Belgian broadcasters said the two victims were Swedes. Another video posted on social media shows an Arabic speaking man who claims responsibility for the attack in the name of God.The Swedish national football team was scheduled to play Belgium later tonight, at Heysel Stadium, some three miles away from the incident.Police spokeswoman Ilse Vande Keere said officers arrived soon at the scene, and sealed off the immediate neighborhood, but declined to say anything more on the circumstances of the shooting.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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