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General Strike Paralyzes Italy’s Transport Sector on June 20

Grassroots unions have called the stoppage to press for cuts to defense spending in favor of public services

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Overview

  • The 24-hour strike began at 21:00 on June 19 and will last until 21:00 on June 20, halting rail operations by FS Italiane, Trenitalia and Italo.
  • Flights are only guaranteed during protected windows from 7 to 10 a.m. and 6 to 9 p.m., with other services likely delayed or canceled.
  • Ferry operators have not disclosed strike timings, threatening crossings to Sardinia, Sicily, Greece, Spain and Croatia with cancellations.
  • Grassroots unions including Usb, Cub, Sgb, Fisi and Flai have called the stoppage for higher wages, improved conditions and cuts to defense spending, and metalworkers have staged parallel walkouts to press for better collective agreements.
  • Passengers are urged to monitor transport providers’ websites for real-time updates and explore rebooking or refund options.