Thousands protest in Brussels as cost of living crisis deepens

Thousands of demonstrators have rallied in the streets of Brussels to protest against the rising costs of living, disrupting public transport systems and disarranging this week’s European Union (EU) summit.

According to the Brussels police, 16,500 protesters showed up at the demonstration on Friday, demanding better pay and working conditions in line with soaring inflation across Europe.

Chanting slogans and holding up banners, the demonstrators also called on government officials to increase wages and salaries for pensioners.

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