Attack with explosives at apartment building on Provinciestraat: damage to front door and threshold

An explosive device detonated in Antwerp on Thursday evening, damaging the entrance of an apartment building. The police cordoned off the area for investigation, but no suspects have been arrested yet. The motive behind the explosion remains unclear, with all leads being explored, including potential links to drug-related activities. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but local shop owner Param Chopra expressed his fear after witnessing the incident. This was his first experience with such violence in Antwerp after living there for nine years.