Thousands Protest Across Italy Under Heavy Security
Thousands of students and workers joined protests across Italy, with marches in dozens of cities including Bologna, Genoa, Naples and Turin. Heavy security was in place. A few minor clashes between protesters and riot police happened at the start of the demonstrations.
Context
Context: Italian students and trade unions often organise nationwide marches, and the country has a long history of large street protests. Such events are usually a way for groups to press their demands on the government.
Burning Potato score: 58%