Brussels shooting: Suspect at large after two Swedes killed in terror attack

Two people have been shot dead in the Belgian capital Brussels on Monday evening, police have said.

Belgium's prime minister later confirmed the victims were Swedish. Brussels has increased its terror threat to the highest level.

A Belgium-Sweden Euro 2024 qualifier football match has been suspended and fans told to stay inside the stadium.

The gunman fled the scene and is still at large. Prosecutors say they are treating the shooting as terrorism.

A video posted on social media showed an Arabic-speaking man claiming he carried out the attack in the name of God.

The man in the clip added he has killed three people. The Federal Prosecutor's office has confirmed it has seen the video but cannot confirm he is the gunman.

The video and other footage of the attack is being verified by the police, the BBC has been told.

Federal prosecutors in Belgium have since told the AFP news agency that a terrorism probe has been opened following the shooting

A social media video shared by newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws on Monday, but not verified by BBC News, showed a man wearing a fluorescent jacket get off a scooter armed with what appears to be an assault-style rifle before entering a nearby glass-fronted building.

He appears to then shoot at least one person.

Police and emergency services have cordoned off nearby roads following the shooting which happened at around 19:00 local time (17:00 GMT; 18:00 BST).

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander de Croo posted on X, formerly Twitter, that he had "offered my sincere condolences to the Swedish PM following tonight's harrowing attack on Swedish citizens in Brussels".

"Our thoughts are with the families and friends who lost their loved ones. As close partners the fight against terrorism is a joint one."

It is not yet known whether the victims were in Brussels to watch their national team play.

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Suzanne Somers

Suzanne Somers 

Suzanne Somers, the actress and entrepreneur who rose to fame in the 1970s with her role as Chrissy Snow on the sitcom "Three's Company," died on October 15, 2023 at the age of 76. She had been battling cancer for over two decades.

Somers was born in San Bruno, California in 1946. She began her acting career in the late 1960s, appearing in small roles in television shows such as "The Love Boat" and "One Day at a Time." In 1977, she landed the role of Chrissy Snow on "Three's Company." The show was a huge success, and Somers quickly became a household name.

Somers left "Three's Company" in 1981 after a dispute with the producers over her salary. She went on to star in several other sitcoms, including "She's the Sheriff" and "Step by Step." She also appeared in numerous films and television shows.

In addition to her acting career, Somers was also a successful entrepreneur. She launched her own Thigh master exercise machine in the 1990s, which became a huge success. She also wrote several books on health and fitness.

Somers was a passionate advocate for cancer awareness and prevention. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000, but she went into remission after surgery and radiation therapy. She later revealed that her cancer had returned in 2023.

Somers was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry and beyond. She was known for her positive attitude and her zest for life. She was also a pioneer for women in Hollywood, and she paved the way for other actresses to take control of their careers.

Somers is survived by her husband, Alan Hamel, and her son, Bruce. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and fans.

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Hurts throws for 319 yards, Elliott's 54-yarder lifts 4-0 Eagles past Commanders 34-31 in OT

                      Hurts, Elliott lead Eagles to thrilling OT win over Commanders

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PHILADELPHIA -- Jalen Hurts threw for 319 yards and two touchdowns, and Jake Elliott kicked a 54-yard field goal in overtime to lift the Philadelphia Eagles to a 34-31 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday for their second straight 4-0 start.

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Hurts was efficient and effective all game, completing 26 of 34 passes with no interceptions. He connected with DeVonta Smith for a 52-yard touchdown in the first quarter and with Dallas Goedert for a 27-yard score in the third quarter.

The Eagles trailed 24-21 late in the fourth quarter, but Hurts led them on a game-tying drive. He capped the drive with a 19-yard pass to Quez Watkins with 1:59 remaining in regulation.

In overtime, the Eagles got the ball first and drove down the field to Elliott's game-winning field goal.

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The Commanders were led by Carson Wentz, who threw for 302 yards and three touchdowns. But he also threw two interceptions, including one that was returned for a touchdown by Darius Slay.

The Eagles defense was also impressive, holding the Commanders to just 3.4 yards per carry.

With the win, the Eagles improved to 4-0 for the second straight season. They are one of two undefeated teams in the NFC, along with the Dallas Cowboys.

The Commanders fell to 1-3. They have lost two straight games and are struggling to find their identity on offense.

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Hurts' performance was especially impressive, as he showed that he can be a dual-threat quarterback. He rushed for 53 yards on 11 carries, including a key first down in overtime.

Elliott's field goal was also huge, as it was his second game-winner of the season. He is now 10-for-10 on field goals this year.

The Eagles are off next week before returning to action on October 10 against the New York Giants. The Commanders will host the New York Jets on October 9.