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“Meloni backs police after cost-of-living protests turn violent in Italian cities”
“Anger over living costs and low wages has brought Italians onto the streets. A major union has called a general strike for November 20.”
Meloni backs police after protests turn violent in Italian cities
Key points
- Protests against high living costs turn violent in Milan, Turin, Bologna and Bergamo.
- At least four police officers and 20 demonstrators injured in Milan clashes.
- Police used tear gas in Milan; 50 youths arrested, about half minors.
- Meloni condemned rioting and expressed solidarity with police, calling to sow chaos unacceptable.
- Labor-led demonstrations in Rome culminate in a general strike planned for November 20.
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