Thousands Protest in Italy as Government Imposed Green Pass Takes Effect

Oct 18, 2021

Protests, beginning Friday, carried over into Monday throughout Italy as the new Green Pass mandate took effect. Over 6,500 people participated in a sit-in at Port Trieste Friday, calling for an “indefinite strike” against the health pass.

Protestors shouted “Liberty, liberty!” and “We’re not violent, put down your shields,” as they faced off against police at the port entrance on Monday. Many demonstrations eventually descended into violence. Police used water canons and tear gas to disperse the crowds.

RadioGenova @RadioGenova

La violenza dello Stato contro i lavoratori del porto di Trieste. Inaccettabile.

Anonyme Citoyen @AnonymeCitoyen

Les dockers et manifestants sont noyés sous les gaz lacrymogènes à #Trieste en #Italie lors de l'évacuation du blocage du port. #NoGreenPass

Italy’s compulsory Green Pass, which shows proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result is required for all workers in order to enter their place of employment.

Similar demonstrations have taken place across the country. Over 50,000 people marched in Rome Saturday, according to local media.

Many in attendance vowed to continue protesting “until the Green Pass goes.”

RadioGenova @RadioGenova

Bolzano contro l'obbligo del passaporto sanitario. Sembrano incazzati non poco.