King Albert II of Belgium abdicates

Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde wave to people in the park outside the Royal Palace in Brussels July 21, 2013. Belgium swore in Philippe as its new king on Sunday after his father Albert II abdicated, subduing for a day questions about his ability to bring a divided country together and the power of the monarchy. [Photo/Agencies]

King Philippe (R) of Belgium and Queen Mathilde (L) salute the crowd together with King Albert II and Queen Paola from the balcony of the Royal Palace in Brussels July 21, 2013. Belgium swore in Philippe as its new king on Sunday after his father Albert II abdicated, largely setting aside for one day questions about his ability to bring a divided country together. [Photo/Agencies]