Streiks und Demos: Mehr als 100.000 protestieren in Italien gegen Meloni
Aus Sorge vor Krawallen mobilisiert die Regierung die Sicherheitskräfte. Auch Schüler demonstrieren wieder. Unterdessen schnellt die Inflation auf 5,4 Prozent - so hoch war sie seit Jahren nicht.
Protests against Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's right-wing government have drawn over 100,000 people across Italy. The largest demonstrations took place in Rome, Milan, Naples, and Turin, with many students and youths participating, similar to recent weeks. Nationwide protests occurred in over 50 cities. Law enforcement was highly active due to concerns over potential violence.
Next year's election is approaching, and Meloni, part of a right-wing coalition since autumn 2022, and her party Fratelli d Italia remain popular. The main grievances are high living costs, driven by a 5.4% inflation rate, the lowest in Italy since 2020. The protests also targeted excessive defense spending and called for government action, such as increased funding for education.
Although many demonstrations were peaceful, some clashes with police occurred, notably in Turin and other cities. The protests aimed to pressure Meloni's right-wing coalition over high inflation, low wages, and excessive military spending.
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