Liège Mayor Defends Gathering Ban, Reports 327 Arrests in Student Protest Crackdown

Liège Mayor Willy Demeyer defended the municipal ban on gatherings of more than three people (Oct 8-16) before the council, citing 327 arrests since Oct 1, 43 affected businesses, and 44 injured police officers. The unrest stems from student mobilizations against government measures, with violence escalating to rioting. The council is set to confirm the ordinance, signaling a firm state response to protest activity.