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Turin Authorities Condemn Violent Disruptions of Jewish Events

University and city leaders call for free expression safeguards as Jewish community demands stronger institutional responses after protests escalate.

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Overview

  • Pro-Palestinian activists disrupted a book presentation by Jewish journalist Nathan Greppi at the Salone del Libro, clashing with police and damaging property.
  • A separate antisemitism-focused event at the University of Turin was forcibly interrupted by activists shouting slogans like 'Intifada' and physically assaulting organizers.
  • University rector Stefano Geuna and Turin mayor Stefano Lo Russo have condemned the disruptions, emphasizing the need to protect free expression in public spaces.
  • Dario Disegni, president of the Jewish Community of Turin, criticized the lack of immediate institutional action and called for clearer stances against antisemitic intimidation.
  • Pro-Palestinian groups have announced additional demonstrations in the city, raising concerns over future security and the balance between protest rights and public order.