Brussels shooting: Attacker is known but still on the run

The man who killed two Swedish nationals in Brussels on Monday evening is still at large. His identity has been confirmed as a Tunisian man who is residing in Belgium illegally, prime minister Alexander De Croo and ministers responsible for security announced at a press conference at 5.00 on Tuesday morning.

In Brussels, the threat level has been raised to 4, the highest level, while the rest of the country is at level 3. People are advised not to undertake unnecessary trips to Brussels. Several administrations and companies have asked their employees to telework.

Schools will remain open and public transport will function normally.

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