Italy is on high alert due to unpredictable protests

Italy is on high alert due to unpredictable protests following recent riots and looting. Security measures have been intensified in major cities, particularly Milan and Rome, with increased police presence and military deployment. Shops, especially luxury retailers, are taking precautions by boarding up windows. The U.S. Embassy has issued a security alert, advising citizens to avoid protest areas. Authorities have intensified police operations, identifying numerous individuals linked to the disturbances. The unpredictability of protests poses a challenge, as organizers are using a strategy to announce meeting points shortly before events. A new law has been enacted to impose stricter penalties for violent acts, particularly targeting youth delinquency.