Brussels budget conclave stalls; coalition friction emerges

The Brussels regional government's budget conclave, in session since 9 AM, has failed to reach agreement by 6 PM, with reports of a dispute between Minister Elke Van den Brandt (Groen) and Budget Minister Dirk De Smedt (Anders), though some downplay its significance. The outcome remains uncertain, with talks possibly extending into Sunday. This is a routine budget negotiation, but the friction highlights coalition tensions in the Brussels government.