Italy: Activists to demonstrate in central Milan July 18

Event

Activists plan to demonstrate in central Milan July 18 to call for Mario Draghi to stay on as Prime Minister; the current coalition government collapsed when the Five Star Movement withdrew its support on July 14. Participants will gather at Piazza Della Scala from 18:30; attendance will likely be in the hundreds.

Additional police will deploy to monitor and facilitate the demonstration. Large crowds and associated security measures will likely prompt localized movement and transport disruptions. The action is likely to proceed peacefully, though isolated clashes cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid the demonstration as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Check for disruptions and allow extra time for travel in the affected area the evening of July 18.