Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Weber informed King Philippe of his decision to resign due to the inability to reach a budget agreement. "The King regrets that it was not possible to reach an agreement on a reliable budget that would meet the current challenges. In the context of significant geopolitical uncertainty and serious economic challenges, the country cannot afford a prolonged political crisis," the press service of the Royal Palace emphasized. The king called on all stakeholders to "put the common interest and willingness to compromise first and foremost."