High Alert In Italy As Police Use Water Cannons On Pro-Palestine Protesters Ahead Of Israel Match
Clashes erupted in Italy’s Udine city as 10,000 pro-Palestine protesters stormed the streets ahead of the Israel-Italy World Cup qualifier. Police fired water cannons and tear gas as masked demonstrators hurled projectiles. The city remained on high alert with drones, helicopters, and riot forces deployed. Despite the Gaza ceasefire, anger flared over Israel’s participation in the match - with protesters calling on FIFA to expel Israel. The unrest forced tight security around the stadium as Italy cruised to a 3-0 victory.