Politics · Milan, Italy · October 20, 2026

Italy sends 500 soldiers to Milan after violent protests

Reported by 2 outlets · first reported Oct 20, 2:29 AM ET

Italy's government is deploying 500 soldiers to Milan after youth-led protests over living costs turned into riots. India advised its nationals in Italy to avoid crowded areas.

Why it matters

Unrest over living costs has spread across several European countries at once, including France, Italy and Albania.

Background

Giorgia Meloni's government leads Italy. Energy and fuel costs across Europe have risen since Gulf shipping was disrupted.

The story so far

1. Oct 20Italy sends 500 soldiers to Milan after violent protests
2. Oct 24Italy deploys soldiers in Milan for new cost-of-living protests

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Sources

• UPI ↗Oct 20, 1:43 PM ET
• The Hindu ↗Oct 20, 2:29 AM ET

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