Italy's government has deployed 500 troops to Milan after violent clashes between protesters and police, with 271 young people detained over recent days of unrest. The deployment follows days of protests against high living costs, which turned violent with looting and vandalism.
The protests, which included clashes with police and property damage, have prompted the government to consider stricter security measures, including extending preventive detention for minors and banning gatherings deemed a threat to public order. Authorities have also detained 32 individuals, including 23 minors and 13 foreign nationals, following incidents of arson and property damage in Milan.
The unrest in Italy mirrors similar protests in France, where over 550,000 people participated in nationwide demonstrations over high prices and social inequalities, leading to arrests and property damage. The situation highlights rising social polarization and concerns about public order in multiple European cities.