Protest Damages Cause Hunt for Anti-Train Group
Protests against the ‘No Tav’ high-speed rail project in Italy led to violence. Activists seized weapons and caused damage. Authorities called it an attack on the state.
The ‘No Tav’ protests took place in Chiomonte, Italy. People from several countries, including France, Spain, and Great Britain, participated. These protesters used tactics like ‘black bloc’ to block the high-speed rail project. Over a million euros in damages were caused by the protests. The Minister of Infrastructure said the actions were an attack on Italy.
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Highlights
No Tav Protests Caused Damage
Over one million euros in damages were caused by protests against the No Tav project.
Over 400 Identified in Blockades
More than 400 people have been identified as involved in the blockades.
‘Black Bloc’ Tactics Used
Activists used ‘black bloc’ tactics during the protest.
International Protesters Involved
Protesters came from France, Spain, Great Britain, and Turin.
Government Calls Actions an Attack
The Minister called the protests an attack on the Italian state.