Police defends seizure of swimming goggles during Brussels protest

Brussels police addressed criticism regarding the seizure of swim goggles, eye serum, and masks during an unauthorized protest. Although these items were not illegal, police deemed them a potential risk to public order. The protest, tolerated under certain conditions, was initially peaceful but tensions arose when demonstrators moved towards the MR party headquarters, leading to police using pepper spray. The police clarified that the seizure was a temporary administrative measure based on public safety laws, not a criminal action.