RADARPOLITICO ANALYSIS
What is happening
Student marches and clashes with police took place in several Italian cities, according to la Repubblica. Three people were arrested in Turin. Protesters used slogans including “More money for schools” and criticized investment in weapons and the condition of school buildings. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said there should be no violence, while the opposition called for the government to provide answers.
Why it is on the Radar
The demonstrations focused on school funding, deteriorating school buildings and the government’s policies on weapons and migrants. The events also prompted a public disagreement between Meloni and opposition leader Elly Schlein.