WorldMeloni backs police after cost-of-living protests turn violent in Italian cities

Anger over high prices and low wages fueled protests across Italy. Clashes in Milan left at least four police officers and 20 demonstrators injured, with about 50 young people arrested. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned those exploiting demonstrations to provoke confrontations and expressed solidarity with police. A major union has called a general strike for November 20.

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