# Thousands protest in Italy over cost of living and high military spending

https://mins.news/en/video/122725

- NBC News, 2026-10-30 15:23 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx8BK17TwSY

> Tens of thousands of people are protesting in Italy against the high cost of living and military spending. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports on residents’ demands.

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