Protests Over Inflation, Unemployment Sweep Across European Countries

ROME: (News Desk) – Protests against rising inflation, unemployment and government policies were reported in several European countries, with demonstrations turning violent in some cities, according to foreign media reports.

In Rome, the capital of Italy, clashes broke out between protesters and police. Eleven people were arrested, while a total of 96 people were reported to be in custody. Demonstrations were also reported in several other Italian cities.

In Barcelona, Spain, clashes between demonstrators and police left several people injured.

In Brussels, the Belgian capital, police used tear gas and pepper spray during confrontations with anti-government protesters. Demonstrations were also held in Albania.

France witnessed nationwide protests against rising inflation. The march in Paris remained largely peaceful for most of the event, according to reports.

France’s Interior Ministry said approximately 110,000 people took part in the demonstrations. However, clashes erupted towards the end of the march, with police using tear gas as incidents of arson and the burning of rubbish bins were reported.

Authorities arrested around 1,000 people, while approximately 70,000 police officers had been deployed across France to maintain security.

The demonstrations reflected widespread public discontent over economic pressures and government policies, although the scale and nature of the protests varied across the countries involved.