Dries Van Langenhove, leader of the far-right group Schild & Vrienden, faces charges of racism, negationism, and possession of pepper spray.

The prosecutor is seeking a one-year prison sentence for Van Langenhove and a six-month sentence for the other six defendants.

Despite the proposed sentences, the prosecutor does not believe they should serve actual prison time.

Van Langenhove was absent from the trial and has expressed disappointment over perceived lack of fair chance to defend himself.

The trial has gained attention due to the controversial nature of Van Langenhove's far-right group and the charges against him.