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Brussels labour clashes flare as nationwide strikes hit Belgium
Police and strikers clashed in Brussels and three other cities as Socialist led unions called mass protests against Premier Gaston Eyskens. In Brussels 9 000 marched while police used a sabre charge. Antwerp saw 12 civilians hurt in a 10 000 strong march. Liege saw 5 000 smashing storefronts. Tournai saw overwhelmed police. Soldiers guarded key points as energy and transport targets faced disruptions and Parliament prepared to resume debate on austerity measures.
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