Brussels Police Enforce Closure of National Conservatism Conference
Brussels police have taken a firm stance by enforcing an order to shut down the National Conservatism Conference, as reported by the BBC.
Despite organizers claiming that the event in the Belgian capital is still ongoing, guests are being turned away at the entrance.
Local authorities have expressed concerns for public safety, insisting that the conference should not proceed.
Controversial Line-Up Sparks Outrage
The conference was set to bring together prominent right-wing politicians from across Europe, including Nigel Farage and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Keynote speakers included former UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman and controversial French politician Eric Zemmour.
Pushback Against Far-Right Views
The National Conservatism Conference, organized by the Edmund Burke Foundation, promotes traditional values and opposes further European integration.
Local mayor Emir Kir expressed concerns over some attendees holding anti-gay and anti-abortion views, stating that the far right is not welcome.
Police Intervention Halts Event
The conference reportedly started early on Tuesday morning, but was abruptly halted after three hours when police intervened and instructed attendees to leave.
Organizers criticized the actions of the police, claiming that attendees were being prevented from accessing food and water.
Defiance and Disruption
Nigel Farage condemned the decision to close down the conference, dismissing claims of homophobia among attendees as “cobblers”.
French politician Eric Zemmour accused the local mayor of using the police to stifle free speech and prevent Europeans from participating.
Challenges and Controversy Continue
Organizers vowed to challenge the order to shut down the conference, highlighting the peaceful nature of the event and questioning the motives behind the closure.
The event, originally planned to host up to 850 people, only had around 250 attendees due to the last-minute venue changes influenced by outside pressure.
