Belgian farmers clashed with police in Brussels, coinciding with an EU agriculture ministers' meeting.

The demonstration included 900 tractors and 700 foreign protesters, leading to disturbances and confrontations with law enforcement.

EU agriculture ministers acknowledged the farmers' grievances and pledged new measures, while criticizing the Commission for the current situation.

The Portuguese minister sought a temporary exemption from certain environmental rules, proposing a deadline until 2027.

The protests in Belgium are part of a wider European movement, with similar demonstrations occurring in France, Spain, the Netherlands, and Bulgaria.

Farmers across Europe are protesting due to their low income, which averages at 96% of the salary of salaried workers.

An investigation is underway to pinpoint and prosecute individuals responsible for the protest disturbances.