Summary
Thousands of Italians joined a general strike in support of Palestinians in Gaza. The protests occurred in multiple cities as people expressed anger over Israel's actions in Gaza, particularly after an incident involving a flotilla carrying aid. Some protests were peaceful, while others involved clashes with police.
Key Facts
- Italians participated in a general strike to show support for Palestinians and the Gaza aid flotilla.
- The protests happened in 29 locations across Italy, with estimates of up to 400,000 participants.
- The incident with the flotilla involved Israeli military stopping boats carrying aid to Gaza.
- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized the strike and called it unhelpful and disruptive.
- Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini labeled the strike illegal due to lack of notice.
- Protests included clashes with police, stone-throwing, and tear gas in cities like Milan and Bologna.
- Demonstrators blocked transport systems like runways and railways in several cities.
- Italy’s opposition leader Elly Schlein participated in the marches and criticized the government’s stance on Gaza.
