Protests in Italy after Giorgia Meloni refuses to recognise Palestinian state

Pranay reports on widespread disruption across Italy as tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters take to the streets. Clashes have erupted in cities like Milan, where riot police used tear gas against demonstrators near the central station. Italian ports are also significantly impacted, with pro-Palestinian dock workers blocking access to two ports to prevent the shipment of weapons and beams to Israel. These protests stem from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's decision not to recognize Palestine as an independent state, a move that contrasts with several other Western countries. Demonstrators are demanding government action over the Gaza war, urging Italy not to supply weapons to Israel and to formally recognize Palestine. The ongoing strikes are causing significant disruptions nationwide, highlighting the deep divisions over the conflict.