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Brussels protest turns into riot near Central Station

Protest against education cuts in Brussels escalated into fires, fireworks, and vandalism near Central Station.

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Brussels, Belgium
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Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 18:47 UTC
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A protest against education cuts in Brussels escalated into violent riots near Central Station, with fires set in the streets, fireworks launched at police, and metro infrastructure blocked. Riot officers were deployed to contain the situation as vandalism spread. The demonstration, initially peaceful, turned destructive amid broader social tensions in the city.
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