Italy arrests nine, charges 87 after protests; Meloni slams left over army criticism

Italian authorities reported nine arrests, 87 charges, and over 4,000 identifications following Saturday's protests by the Movimento 17 ottobre, which saw clashes in Rome, Milan, Turin, and Bologna. No major urban guerrilla scenes or looting occurred this time. In Milan, Youssef Siher, alleged founder of the movement, was detained on charges including instigation to commit crimes aggravated by terrorism intent and organized violence at public demonstrations. Police accompanied 371 people to stations for checks, including 110 minors. Premier Giorgia Meloni criticized left-wing opposition for objecting to increased army presence in cities, thanking soldiers in the "Strade sicure" operation. She said it was curious that military personnel ensuring citizen safety worried critics more than violent protesters.