Thousands of people took to the streets of Belgium’s capital Brussels, protesting the enduring Covid-19 restrictions. The march has ultimately devolved into clashes with police, with some 55 people ending up detained.
Some 3,500 people marched through the streets of Brussels, according to police estimates. The rally’s organizers, however, gave a significantly bigger tally, claiming that up to 50,000 took part in the event.
The protests in Belgium’s capital continue for several consecutive weekends already, with all the previous events marred by street violence. The Sunday march was accompanied by a large police force
🇧🇪 Brussels against covid tyranny today pic.twitter.com/HIJNwWVpe0
— Anonymous UK Citizen (@AnonUKCitizen) December 19, 2021
The protesters condemned the enduring anti-coronavirus restrictions and policies like the rollout of a Covid-19 health pass – something that they see as “obligation” to vaccination. The marchers were seen carrying assorted placards, reading “I’ve had my fair dose,” “Enough is enough” and “Do not touch our children.”
Plusieurs milliers de personnes manifestent à Bruxelles contre le pass sanitaire. (@vecumedia) pic.twitter.com/fULceTxJCO
— Anonyme Citoyen (@AnonymeCitoyen) December 19, 2021