What are Italy’s new measures against violent protests?
Summary
The Italian government led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has introduced new security measures to respond to violent protests by mostly young people over rising living costs and poor school conditions. These actions include deploying 500 troops to Milan, creating new laws targeting violent protesters, and holding parents financially responsible for damages caused by their children.Key Facts
- Italy’s government will send 500 troops to Milan to help maintain security until the end of the year.
- Soldiers will not have extra police powers; police will still handle arrests and investigations.
- A new crime called “violent participation in public demonstrations” targets groups over five people using dangerous objects like stones or fireworks.
- Those convicted can face up to 5 years in prison and fines up to 20,000 euros ($22,440).
- Parents can be made to pay for damages caused by their children during protests.
- Young people aged 14 to 18 can be held in administrative detention if considered dangerous, even without committing a crime.
- Prison sentences can be longer, up to 12 years, for individuals using social media to organize violent protests.
- Protests were in response to rising costs and poor public services, leading to riots in Milan, Bologna, and Turin over the weekend.
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