Thousands Protest in Italy Over Rising Living Costs
A general strike called by Italy's USB trade union drew thousands of workers and students onto the streets. They were protesting high living costs, which many families across Italy say are squeezing their budgets.
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Context: Rising prices and wages that have not kept pace have fuelled cost-of-living protests across Europe in recent years. Unions often call strikes to press governments for action on pay and prices.
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