The feared day of protests in Italy passes without incidents and with the arrest of the alleged promoter on social media of the riots

In Italy, a day of anticipated protests unfolded peacefully, with no violent groups appearing. The police detained Youssef Siher, a Moroccan-Italian journalist, accused of inciting unrest through social media. Despite fears of repeat disturbances from the previous weekend's riots in Milan, the day saw authorized demonstrations against the government and rising living costs. Police presence was significant, especially in major cities like Rome and Milan, where preventive measures were taken. Some tensions arose in Turin and Rome, but overall, the situation remained calm. The mysterious organizers of the protests failed to materialize as planned, leading to speculation about their intentions and the impact of Siher's arrest.