In the northern Belgian town of Buggenhout, a train collided with a school minibus in the morning hours. According to the statement of the country's deputy prime minister, 4 people lost their lives in the accident, including two children aged 12 and 15. Also among the deceased were a 27-year-old teacher and the 49-year-old minibus driver. There were a total of seven children, one supervisor, and one driver on the minibus. Five injured children were taken to the hospital, and their condition was reported as critical but currently stable. Police officials stated that the accident occurred around 08:08 and that the train was scheduled to stop at the next station. It was noted that the barrier at the crossing was closed and the light was red. The investigation into the incident continues. The Belgian Minister of the Interior and the President of the European Commission also issued condolence messages regarding the accident.