Protesters clash with police in Rome, Turin and Vicenza

Protests erupted across Italy, including clashes in Rome, Turin, and Vicenza, during a general strike organized by the USB union. Demonstrators expressed discontent over the cost-of-living crisis and government policies. In Rome, some protesters broke away from the main march towards the Colosseum, leading to violent confrontations with police. Turin saw police deploying water cannons against protesters attempting to breach a security cordon. In Vicenza, injuries were reported among both police and protesters during attempts to occupy a bypass. Recent weeks have seen escalating violence during protests, raising concerns about public safety.