Thunberg, known for her 'School Strike for Climate' movement, has previously faced arrests for civil disobedience in various countries, reinforcing her commitment to the cause.

On October 5, 2024, over 150 climate activists, including prominent figure Greta Thunberg, staged a protest in Brussels to demand the European Union eliminate fossil fuel subsidies.

The demonstration was organized by the platform United for Climate Justice under the banner 'Stop Fossil Subsidies,' emphasizing that fossil fuels are a primary driver of the climate crisis.

An open letter from United for Climate Justice, co-signed by over 130 academics and organizations, called for a timeline to phase out fossil fuel subsidies by 2025.

The letter highlighted that these subsidies contradict the EU's environmental goals and exacerbate the global climate crisis, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities.

Thunberg criticized the use of taxpayer money to support fossil fuel subsidies, calling it shameful and urging immediate action.

Notable figures at the protest included international activists such as Nicholas Omonuk from Uganda, who joined Thunberg in calling for urgent climate action.

The protest began around 2:30 PM when activists occupied the Boulevard du Jardin Botanique, effectively blocking traffic in a show of civil disobedience.

During the protest, dozens of participants were detained, while onlookers expressed their support through chants.

Thunberg and several dozen protesters were arrested for their actions, which included blocking traffic as part of the demonstration against fossil fuel subsidies.

The protest coincided with a larger climate march that began at Place du Luxembourg and concluded with a public assembly focused on climate justice.

The protest underscored the urgency of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, a goal that activists argue is unattainable without the immediate elimination of fossil fuel subsidies.