Belgium, protests in Brussels

Oct 24, 2026

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Student demonstrations in Brussels, Belgium, on 24 October 2026, quickly develop into a cat-and-mouse game between protesters and the large numbers of riot police deployed. Police repeatedly disperse groups of demonstrators, including both minors and adults, through the streets and avenues of central Brussels between Avenue Lemonnier and Brussels-South railway station.
Student demonstrations in Brussels, Belgium, on 24 October 2026, quickly develop into a cat-and-mouse game between protesters and the large numbers of riot police deployed. Police repeatedly disperse groups of demonstrators, including both minors and adults, through the streets and avenues of central Brussels between Avenue Lemonnier and Brussels-South railway station.
Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870890
Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870797
Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870790
Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870764
Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870695
Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869599
Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869051
Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869275
Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869162
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx
Protesters gather in Brussels to demonstrate against federal government policies BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - OCTOBER 24: Protesters gather at Albertine Square in Brussels, Belgium, on October 24, 2026, following calls from various civil society organizations, trade unions, and student groups to voice opposition to the federal government s economic policies, rising living costs, and proposed budget cuts to social welfare programs. The protest ended after police intervention. Dursun Aydemir Anadolu Brussels Belgium. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxDursunxAydemirx

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Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870890

Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870797

Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870790

Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870764

Riot police faces protestors at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190870695

Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869599

Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869051

Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869275

Riot police pictured at protests in Brussels for purchasing power, healthcare, and education, on Saturday 24 October 2026. NICOLASxMAETERLINCK 190869162