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Protests and Police raids across Italy over budget cuts
Protests against budget cuts in Italy led to police raids in multiple cities, with injuries reported among officers and ongoing unrest affecting public operations.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 14 November 2026.
The story so far as of 14 November 2026
On 31 October, Italian police conducted 60 searches in 23 cities following violent protests against the government's new budget measures, injuring 13 officers. The protests were driven by opposition to pension cuts and rising living costs. On 14 November, police carried out over 50 raids in 13 cities targeting individuals involved in the protests, including minors, as part of efforts to curb the violence. Authorities aimed to identify and apprehend those responsible for instigating the unrest, raising concerns about public safety and local businesses.
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Coverage, day by day
- Internal tension
Violent protests lead to raids in 13 Italian cities
Impact Public-sector operations and local businesses in affected cities face disruptions due to ongoing unrest.
Sources: Quotidiano Net ↗, Virgilio Notizie ↗
- Internal tension
60 Searches in 23 Cities Amid Protests Against Budget
Impact Public-sector operations face disruptions due to nationwide protests and security measures.
Sources: La Stampa ↗, Rai News ↗
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