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Over 100 arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs

Student protests in Belgium over education costs have led to over 100 arrests. The protests, which began as demonstrations against high education costs, escalated into widespread riots and property damage in Liège. The unrest has spread across Europe, echoing similar protests in France. A fourth day of high school student protests in Belgium was marred by violence.

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  • ✓ Over 100 people have been arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs.
  • ✓ Student-led demonstrations in Liège erupted into widespread riots and property damage.
  • ✓ The protests have spread across Europe, echoing similar protests in France.
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The number of arrests has risen to over 100 as protests continue for a fourth day.

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  1. Over 100 arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs

    Student protests in Belgium over education costs have led to over 100 arrests. The protests, which began as demonstrations against high education costs, escalated into widespread riots and property damage in Liège. The unrest has spread across Europe, echoing similar protests in France. A fourth day of high school student protests in Belgium was marred by violence.

    Why it matters

    The student protests in Belgium are part of a larger movement across Europe, with students demanding changes to education policies and costs. The protests have turned violent in some areas, with widespread riots and property damage reported. The Belgian government has responded with arrests, but the protests continue.

    What is confirmed

    • Over 100 people have been arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs.
    • Student-led demonstrations in Liège erupted into widespread riots and property damage.
    • The protests have spread across Europe, echoing similar protests in France.

    What to watch next

    • Further protests and demonstrations
    • Government response to student demands
    • Potential spread of protests to other European countries
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    2. dictionary.cambridge.org — OVER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
    3. Axios — Student protest unrest spreads across Europe
    4. Reuters — Belgian student protests against education costs echo France
    5. Al Jazeera — Over 100 arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs
    6. The Taiwan Times — Student-led demonstrations in Liège erupt into widespread riots and property damage.
    7. Le Monde.fr — In Belgium, a fourth day of high school student protests is marred by violence
    8. www.vocabulary.com — Over - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com
    9. www.dictionary.com — OVER Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com
    10. en.wiktionary.org — over - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
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