Tension erupted in Milan as protests linked to the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics turned violent, forcing police to deploy water cannons. Around ten thousand demonstrators marched over housing costs, environmental damage, and the impact of the Games on local communities. While most protested peacefully, a breakaway group hurled stones and fireworks, prompting riot squads to push back with shields and high-pressure water.

Authorities had been on alert after a similar hard-left rally in Turin injured more than one hundred officers. Despite tightened security in Italy’s financial capital, clashes still erupted as night fell, exposing deep anger over rising rents and urban redevelopment tied to the Olympics meant to showcase unity.

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