A Brussels mayor tried to shut down a conservative conference, but a late-night court ruling allowed the event to proceed, citing the right to freedom of assembly. Speakers including Viktor Orban and Nigel Farage are addressing the conference. The court decision was praised as a victory for freedom of speech.
Key Points
Late-night court ruling allowed the conference to proceed
Speakers including prominent figures addressed the event
Highlighted the importance of freedom of speech and assembly
Pros
Late-night court ruling upheld the right to freedom of assembly
Speakers like Viktor Orban and Nigel Farage were able to address the conference
Highlighted the importance of protecting freedom of speech
Cons
Municipal mayor's attempt to shut down the conference was seen as an overreach of authority
Exposure of intolerance and censorship by the left