Italy sends 500 troops to Milan after looting at cost-of-living protests

Italy is reinforcing security in Milan with 500 military personnel following weekend demonstrations against the high cost of living, where luxury shops were looted. The government promises "decisive measures" in response. Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated the cabinet must approve rules enabling troops to act like police under the "Safe Streets" operation. Other proposed measures include a new crime classification for "aggravated vandalism" and extending preventive detention for minors from 12 to 24 hours. President Sergio Mattarella called for a "deep analysis" of violent acts that appear to erupt unexpectedly, committed by individuals previously unknown to authorities.