Italy to deploy 500 soldiers in Milan after protests turn violent

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Italy will deploy 500 soldiers in Milan to bolster security following protests that escalated into street clashes over the weekend of October 17-18. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni convened a security meeting after the violence, with her party "Brothers of Italy" announcing the deployment. The government also plans a new decree-law to strengthen anti-violence measures, and authorities have detained over 200 people in Milan. The emergency cabinet session reportedly discussed a possible curfew, though the statement emphasized the state's role in protecting citizens. The protests occurred in northern Italian cities, prompting the military reinforcement.


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