Italy announces new security measures after Milan riots, deploying 500 soldiers
Summary
Italy announced new security measures after violent riots in Milan injured more than 100 police officers and caused property damage. The government will send 500 soldiers to Milan, increase penalties for violent protesters, and make parents financially responsible for damage caused by minors.Key Facts
- Over 100 police officers were injured during riots in Milan's central shopping area.
- Around 2,000 youths, including many minors and people with foreign backgrounds, took part in the riots.
- The Italian government will deploy 500 additional soldiers in Milan until the end of the year.
- A new law creates a crime of violent participation in protests, punishable by up to five years in prison and fines.
- Parents will be legally responsible for damage caused by their children during protests.
- The law assumes anyone over 14 understands their actions unless proven otherwise, making minors easier to prosecute.
- The government plans to add more juvenile detention beds and increase juvenile court judges.
- The riots happened during similar protests in France about rising living costs and student issues.
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