Belgian transport minister quits over airport security

Belgium's transport minister resigned Friday following opposition accusations she lied about an EU report critical of security at Brussels Airport a year ago. Jacqueline Galant had previously maintained before parliament that her office had not been aware of a critical report sent in March 2015 by EU officials. Opposition parties said they had emails proving the contrary. EC officials declined comment on the report but noted they carry out regular checks on security at European airports and raise any concerns with national authorities. Prime minister Charles Michel said he would appoint a replacement as soon as possible. Galant is a member of Michel's centrist party, which rules in coalition with 3 others. Galant complained of a "crusade" against her by a senior official in the state transport administration. <br/>