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Belgian students clash with police in Brussels spending-cut protest
Original: public sector
Thousands of students and public sector supporters marched in Brussels against government spending cuts, with protests echoing similar demonstrations in France over education costs. Police clashed with protesters, and some demonstrations turned violent, with reports of a bus being damaged and fires set. The rallies reflect growing anger across Belgium over austerity measures affecting education and public services.
Why now: Large-scale protests in Brussels over spending cuts turned violent, drawing international coverage.
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Evidence
- Belgian students rally over education costs in protests echoing France · CNA
- Licensable video: Belgian student protesters damage bus, set fires, in police clashes · Reuters Connect
- Police clash with protesters in Brussels as thousands march against spending cuts · Yahoo News Singapore
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