Italian PM Meloni to hold emergency meeting after weekend of violent clashes
Summary
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will hold an emergency security meeting after violent protests over rising living costs in Milan. More than 5,000 people gathered, and clashes with police led to over 200 arrests, mostly minors, with damage reported in Milan and other northern cities.Key Facts
- Over 5,000 people protested in Milan about the high cost of living.
- Police used tear gas and water cannons after some protesters threw stones, bins, and chairs.
- More than 200 people were arrested, and 80% of them were minors.
- Five adults face prison requests for looting, vandalism, and resisting arrest.
- Violence also spread to other northern Italian cities like Turin and Bologna.
- The mayor of Milan said the violence seems linked to a wider international trend.
- Prime Minister Meloni called for all political leaders to clearly condemn the riots.
- The protests followed student anti-government demonstrations across Italy and are similar to unrest in France and other countries.
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