Clashes and tear gas in Rome as protesters gather under heavy security

Описание: (24 Oct 2026)
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ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rome, Italy - 24 October 2026
1. Various of protesters clashing with police
STORYLINE:
Police in Rome deployed tear gas and water cannons against protesters on Saturday as a demonstration turned violent in the Italian capital.

The clashes came amid protests across Italy over rising living costs, low wages, military spending and government policies.

The demonstrations followed violent unrest in Milan and Turin the previous weekend. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government has announced tougher security measures, including the deployment of an additional 500 soldiers to Milan.

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