There is a shortage of basic products. "We can no longer cope", "this is no way to live"

Residents in Naples and Palermo face severe shortages of food and fuel due to a transport strike protesting rising fuel prices. Empty shelves and closed gas stations have become common, with long queues forming where fuel is available. The strike has led to significant disruptions, affecting the availability of essential goods like flour and pasta. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is under pressure as she navigates this crisis, which coincides with youth protests across Italy. In response, her government has agreed to provide financial assistance to transport workers, farmers, and fishermen to alleviate the situation and ensure the flow of goods.