Belgium Football: Mark van Bommel has been appointed Belgium head coach, with Boudewijn Zenden, Maarten Martens and Reinier Robbemond named as assistants; his first big test comes in Nations League matches against Italy, France and Turkey. EU-US Trade: The European Commission said it is relieved after a new wave of US tariffs took effect, noting the outcome matches the EU-US Joint Statement and includes exemptions for items like cork, diamonds, aircraft parts and generic medicines. F1 (Belgian link): In Hungary practice, Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc topped the times, while Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll brought out a red flag with a left-rear suspension failure; the weekend follows last week’s Belgian GP drama involving George Russell. Tour de France (Belgian interest): Tadej Pogačar smashed the Alpe d’Huez record to extend his Tour lead, while Movistar rider Einer Rubio crashed into a UAE team car and failed to finish stage 19. Security/Tech: US and allied agencies warned of Russian hackers targeting emails tied to nuclear and defense work, including a phishing lure using a “Cooperation Belgian Foundation” theme. Aviation (Belgium ties): Nigeria’s aviation minister ordered fast-tracking of a Nigeria-Belgium air services deal before the Belgian ambassador’s August 5 departure.