Thousands protest in Milan over soaring fuel costs and low wages, police intervene
About two thousand mainly young demonstrators marched in Milan demanding cheaper gasoline and higher pay, encountering police resistance.
Around two thousand people, predominantly young, gathered in Milan for a protest called by Italia in Piazza, targeting high gasoline prices, low wages and perceived lack of public services. Before the march, participants formed a circle, sang the Italian anthem and shouted slogans aimed at Salvini, Meloni and fascist elements, while some displayed Palestinian flags and banners demanding more support for families and an end to wars.
The procession began at Piazza Duomo, proceeded along via Orefici, via Broletto, piazza Cordusio and several other central avenues, eventually aiming for the Monumental Cemetery square. Families with elementary and middle-school children followed later in the crowd. Police in anti-riot formation intervened with a charge in via Broletto, creating moments of tension.
ATM indicated it would modify bus and tram services that run along the protest route. The demonstration reflects broader discontent over cost-of-living issues in Italy.
Why it matters
The protest highlights growing public frustration with Italy's cost-of-living pressures and could influence future policy debates.
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