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Italy’s Truckers’ Strike Exposes the Fragility of Food Supply Chains
A truckers’ strike in southern Italy emptied supermarket shelves and exposed the risks of diesel dependence across food…
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Italian police uncover alleged riot-planning chats after Milan clashes
Italian police say online chats linked to Milan unrest discussed weapons, attacks and arson as searches and a…
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Police Dismantle Housing Protest Camps in Lisbon and Porto, Leaving Injuries and Arrests
Police dismantled housing protest camps in Lisbon and Porto, with arrests and reported injuries as demonstrators demanded rent…
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Thousands protest across Italy as police report nine arrests
Thousands protested across Italy over living costs and government policy. Nine people were arrested after isolated clashes with…
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Almost 1,000 arrested in France as mass protests bring clashes with police
Almost 1,000 people were arrested in France after mass cost-of-living protests drew more than 400,000 demonstrators and triggered…
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Young Protesters Clash with Police During Cost-of-Living Demonstrations in Rome
Young protesters clashed with police in Rome as demonstrations over living costs, wages and public services continued across…
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Hundreds of Thousands Protest in Paris Over Living Costs and Fuel Prices
Hundreds of thousands protested in Paris over living costs and fuel prices as France deployed enhanced security after…
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Tensions Rise in Tirana as Opposition and Students Protest
Opposition supporters and students protested in Tirana as police deployed water cannon near Albania’s Ministry of Education.
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Italy deploys 500 soldiers as protests over living costs and war policy spread
Italy deploys 500 additional soldiers in Milan as protests over living costs, defence spending and government policy spread…
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Thousands Protest National Rally Congress in Orléans Ahead of France’s 2027 Election
Thousands protested against France’s National Rally in Orléans as the party held its congress and prepared to launch…
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France Deploys 70,000 Officers as Protest Route Dispute Heightens Tensions
France is deploying 70,000 officers as protests resume, with route changes, bans and curfews intensifying tensions across major…
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Portugal and Spain Monitor Reported Jihadist Calls to Exploit Protests
Portugal and Spain are monitoring reported jihadist calls to exploit protests, but no attack linked to the alleged…
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Italy Deploys Thousands of Officers Ahead of Nationwide Cost-of-Living Protests
Italy is deploying thousands of officers, soldiers and drones ahead of nationwide cost-of-living protests on 24 October.
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France deploys 70,000 officers as protests raise security fears
France is deploying 70,000 officers as protests over living costs and politics raise fears of renewed violence, business…
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Italy Approves €60 Million Fuel Aid as Truckers’ Protests Disrupt Supplies
Italy approved emergency support for haulage, farming and fishing as fuel-price protests disrupted food deliveries, ports and fuel…
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French Unions Call for Nationwide Strike Action on 5 November
French unions are calling for nationwide strike action on 5 November after talks with Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu…
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France riots put hotel bookings and tourism recovery under pressure
France’s unrest is slowing Paris hotel bookings, while tourism businesses warn that prolonged violence could deter international visitors.
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France announces major security operation ahead of expected weekend protests
France will deploy a major security operation ahead of expected Saturday protests, including possible support from Operation Sentinelle…
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Breaking News: Charges Reported After Protest Linked to Trump Visit at Doonbeg
Charges have been reported after a protest linked to Donald Trump’s visit to Doonbeg, with further details awaited…
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France Travel Advisory Updated as Protests Disrupt Transport and Raise Safety Concerns
France faces continued protests and possible transport disruption. Travellers should avoid demonstrations, monitor official updates and check routes…