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The front page of Il Fatto Quotidiano features prominent coverage of student protests across Italy, with headlines focusing on student demands for future investment over military spending and criticism of the government's priorities. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's response to the protests and the…
Over 400,000 students protested nationwide with banners stating 'We want future, not bombs', highlighting concerns about education funding and military spending. A teacher described the situation, noting the students' anger and their demands for listening.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni focused her comments on the violence during student protests, urging the opposition to condemn it. The article notes a counter-argument that she should focus on Italians rather than criticizing them.
Students in Rome voiced their concerns about the poor state of their schools, including collapsed ceilings and flooded classrooms, questioning why funds are allocated to missiles instead of education.
The Court of Auditors stated that 14 billion euros were allocated for weapons rather than education, urging the government to do more to support the education sector.
US President Donald Trump has suspended sanctions against Russia two days before the midterm elections, reportedly to lower diesel prices in the United States.
