Looting and violent protests in Milan, Italy... A group of 271 people were taken into custody.

The local Ansa news agency reported on the 19th (local time) that 271 people were taken into police custody due to violent and looting protests that occurred in Milan, Italy.

According to foreign media, they are charged with obstruction of official duties, destruction of property, and looting. Among those arrested, 220 minors were counted. There were 60 foreign nationals.

Authorities reported that 32 of those taken into custody were arrested and 28 were sent to prosecutors.

The day before, an anti-government protest took place in Milan to protest rising prices and deteriorating public services.

The police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd, and the protesters responded by spraying fire extinguishers and exploding gunpowder. In particular, Euronews reported that as the clashes intensified in Piazza del Duomo, it was reminiscent of a street battle.

Chaos also broke out in other cities, including Turin and Bologna, as protesters clashed with police.

A group called the 'October 17 Movement' announced on social media that day, "We will continue protests every Saturday until the thief government falls."

Part of the entrance to the Italian port of Naples was blocked on this day as truck drivers protested against high fuel prices.

There are concerns that if the truck protests are prolonged, distribution of fresh produce in major cities will be disrupted.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said it was the protesters' right to take to the streets, but criticized violent protests as "unjustifiable."