Italy Deploys 500 More Troops to Milan After Unrest

Italian President Sergio Mattarella condemned the violence in Milan as unacceptable while urging a thorough analysis of the riots, which involved unprecedented groups including minors. His comments came as the government prepared a decree to address the unrest. The government is set to approve measures including 24-hour preventive detention for minors, expanded police powers for soldiers, and the deployment of 500 additional troops to Milan. Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated troops would act like police for three months to support existing forces. The decree, expected at a Cabinet meeting, may include extended arrest powers for group vandalism and restrictions on dangerous individuals. Officials acknowledged the situation is complex with varied causes still being analyzed, and the final text remains under review.