Italy tightens security as students, unions launch nationwide protests
Summary
Tens of thousands of students and union members protested in cities across Italy, calling for action on living costs, more investment in education and an end to wars in the Middle East. Authorities increased security around major sites as police monitored rallies, with brief clashes reported in Turin.Key Facts
- Demonstrations took place in dozens of Italian cities, including Rome, Milan, Naples, Turin, Bologna and Genoa.
- Protesters raised concerns about higher living costs and called for more investment in education.
- The USB trade union called a general strike that drew truck drivers, taxi drivers and farmers, among others.
- Unions from Italy and five other countries called for an end to Middle East wars and for ports not to transport military supplies.
- Police presence increased around Rome’s Colosseum and Milan’s cathedral.
- Brief clashes between protesters and riot police occurred at the start of a rally in Turin.
- The government approved a 175 million euro aid package for truck drivers, farmers and fishermen affected by high fuel prices.
- After clashes in Milan on October 17–18, the government tightened rules on public gatherings and eased restrictions on detaining minors.
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