Protests Erupt in Milan Over 2026 Winter Olympics

Hundreds gather to voice concerns over environmental damage and the cost of the Games.

Around 150 to 300 people protested in Milan against the 2026 Winter Olympics, citing environmental damage and unsustainable practices.
Protesters criticized the reconstruction of a century-old bobsled track in Cortina, costing over 100 million euros of public money for a sport with minimal local participation.
Signs at the protest featured words like 'concreting,' 'gentrification,' 'greenwashing,' 'privatization,' and 'eviction,' highlighting concerns over the Games' impact.
The 'Unsustainable Olympics Committee' organized the protest, emphasizing the destruction of mountains and the cutting down of hundreds of trees.
Economic Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti expressed concerns over delays in Olympic preparations, while warmer winters pose challenges for snow cover.