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Police clash with protesters at Brussels march

Clashes broke out between police and protesters in Brussels on Friday, 9 October, during a march against planned Belgian government spending cuts. Police estimated that 30,000 people took part in the demonstration, which was organised by trade unions amid growing opposition to austerity measures.
WHO: Police and protesters
WHAT: Police and protesters clashed during a march against planned spending cuts.
WHEN: Oct 9, 2026
WHERE: Brussels, Belgium
WHY: Reason not reported.
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