Islamic State claims Brussels attacks, Obama condemns
The Islamic State (IS) armed group has claimed responsibility for Tuesday's blasts that killed 34 people in Brussels, according to figures given on Tuesday afternoon. As Belgium declared three days of mourning as US President Barack Obama condemned the "outrageous" attacks.
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Belgian authorities released video stills from observation cameras showing three men they suspect of being the attackers who set off two bombs at Zavenden airport.
They are pushing luggage trolleys and two are wearing glove on their left hands only.
IS on Tuesday afternoon claimed responsibility for the attacks at the airport and Malenbeeck metro station.
The Belgian government declared three days of mourning for the victims of the attacks.
US President Barack Obama, on a visit to Cuba, condemned the attacks as "outrageous" after giving his condolences to Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel by telephone.
"We must be together regardless of nationality or race or faith in fighting against the scourge of terrorism. We can and we will defeat those who threaten the safety and security of people all around the world," he said.
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