Around 30,000 people joined an anti-austerity strike in Brussels, where clashes erupted between youths and riot police, prompting the use of tear gas and water cannon. The protests oppose government plans to save €10 billion through spending cuts and other austerity measures

Indian-origin South African jurist Navi Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for promoting peace and international law. The former UN human rights chief is recognised for her contributions to international justice, accountability for war crimes and human rights protection