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Large-scale protests were held in Italy, where for the first time in Europe, all workers were required to have a 'Green Pass', a certificate of immunity to COVID-19. As the protests grew more violent, 12 people were arrested by the police.
Reporter Kwon Ran reports.
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Protesters rush towards the police, who fight with batons.
Water cannons also appeared.
From the 15th, more than 10,000 protesters poured out on the streets in opposition to the so-called Green Pass, a proof of corona immunity that applies to all workplaces in Italy.
Some demonstrators vehemently protested around Prime Minister Draghi's office and the headquarters of the Confederation of Labor in favor of the introduction of the Green Pass.
In the process, 12 people including the leader of the far-right party 'Forza Nuova' were arrested by the police on charges of vandalism, etc.
Prime Minister Draghi said in a statement that "the right to protest cannot justify threats and violence".
Opposition is growing in Italy over the compulsory green pass, which will be introduced for the first time in Europe.
In particular, there is a strong backlash against being subject to unpaid suspension or fines for non-compliance.
[Citizen of Rome: You must not say that you have the freedom to choose. A 'Green Pass' is just the freedom to kill others. Is that freedom?]
It is estimated that the number of Italian workers that will be affected by the introduction of the Green Pass will reach 17 million in both the public and private sectors.