Naples cost-of-living protest stays peaceful as 800 march through city center

A peaceful protest against the rising cost of living took place in Naples, with over 800 demonstrators marching through the city center without major incidents, organizers emphasizing their non-violent intentions. The demonstration, which was not pre-organized, saw participants appeal for calm and distance themselves from any violent elements. Police relaxed their presence after assessing the crowd as peaceful, though a group of minors was identified and some were taken to the police station for lacking documents. Protesters cited low wages, high living costs, and healthcare access issues as their motivations. The Interior Minister defended the right to free expression while stressing that authorities must ensure safety for all.