Belgian asylum minister continues reception ban for protected asylum seekers despite court suspension

Belgium's Asylum Minister continues a policy blocking reception for asylum seekers already protected in the EU, despite a court suspension. The minister cites immense pressure and misuse of the system, stating the policy reduced such arrivals by 83% in late 2025. The Constitutional Court questioned the legality of the measure, awaiting a European Court of Justice ruling, but the minister claims Belgian law allows continued refusal.