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Posted on February 7, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 7, 2026
Add as preferred source on GoogleIn Milan, hooded protesters clashed with police, throwing flares and fireworks. Police responded with water cannons to disperse the crowd.
MILAN, Feb 7 (Reuters) - A group of around 100 hooded protesters threw flares and fireworks at police after breaking away from the main body of a demonstration in the Olympic host city of Milan on Saturday, a Reuters reporter said.
Police responded with water cannon to try to disperse the crowd.
(Reporting by Emilio ParodiWriting by Keith WeirEditing by Mark Bendeich)
A protest is a public demonstration where individuals express their opposition to policies, actions, or events. It often involves gathering in a specific location to voice concerns and demand change.
Police response refers to the actions taken by law enforcement to address incidents or disturbances. This can include deploying officers, using crowd control measures, and ensuring public safety during events.
Flares are devices that produce a bright light or flame, often used for signaling or illumination. In protests, they can symbolize dissent or be used to attract attention.
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