Soldiers guard Milan as protests sweep European cities

Thousands of young people marched Saturday in several Italian cities, including Milan, Rome and Turin, as authorities deployed police and soldiers to prevent a repeat of last week's violent clashes and looting. The Milan demonstration remained peaceful, though brief clashes occurred in Rome and Turin. Premier Giorgia Meloni sent 500 additional soldiers to Milan and announced tougher penalties for minors, who police said comprised much of last week's violent protesters. Protests also occurred in Madrid, Lisbon and Tirana, addressing issues from education and corruption to housing and pensions. In Albania's capital, riot police used water cannons as some protesters set government buildings on fire.