Italy: Protesters Clash With Police Over Eviction of Long-Occupied Askatasuna in Turin

Violent clashes continued in Turin, Italy, on Saturday, December 20, after police cleared the "Askatasuna" social center, which had been occupied by left-wing activists for 29 years. Protesters attempted to retake the building, leading to a fierce confrontation that injured 11 police officers and prompted authorities to use tear gas and water cannons.

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

A member of the Syria Civil Defense (White Helmets) and medical staff check on an injured man at a hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

A medic treats an injured person at a hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

Members of the Syria Civil Defense, also known as the White Helmets, transport an injured person on a stretcher outside a hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

People gather in a crowded hospital corridor in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

A member of the Syria Civil Defense (White Helmets) checks on an injured man while another person writes on a piece of paper at a hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

People gather outside the emergency entrance of Al-Razi Hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

Members of the Syria Civil Defense, also known as the White Helmets, unload an injured person from an ambulance outside a hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

People gather outside the emergency entrance of Al-Razi Hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

People gather outside the emergency entrance of Al-Razi Hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

People gather in a crowded hospital corridor in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

At Least Two Dead in Clashes Between the Syrian Army and SDF - Aleppo

People gather outside the emergency entrance of Al-Razi Hospital in Aleppo, Syria, on December 22, 2025. Local sources reported that attacks in northern Aleppo killed at least two civilians and injured others, leading families to leave the area. The Syrian government and local sources attributed the attacks to the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Civilian Displacement Following Clashes In Aleppo - Syria

Aleppo, Syria – December 22, 2025: Syrian government forces secure a safe corridor for civilians fleeing their homes after violent clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods. The fighting resulted in several people being killed and injured, forcing residents to evacuate amid rising security tensions. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the demonstration "Aska is not closing" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the demonstration "Aska is not closing" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the demonstration "Aska is not closing" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the demonstration "Aska is not closing" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the Demonstration \"Aska is not closing\" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the demonstration "Aska is not closing" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Protest Aska Non Si Chiude In Torino - Italy

Clashes during the demonstration "Aska is not closing" following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy - 20th December 2025 - News - Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes erupt at the protest against the Askatasuna social center eviction, with water cannons and tear gas in the streets, on December 20, 2025 in Turin, Italy. Photo by Costantino Sergi/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes erupt at the protest against the Askatasuna social center eviction, with water cannons and tear gas in the streets, on December 20, 2025 in Turin, Italy. Photo by Mauro Ujetto /IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes erupt at the protest against the Askatasuna social center eviction, with water cannons and tear gas in the streets, on December 20, 2025 in Turin, Italy. Photo by Mauro Ujetto /IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes erupt at the protest against the Askatasuna social center eviction, with water cannons and tear gas in the streets, on December 20, 2025 in Turin, Italy. Photo by Costantino Sergi/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes erupt at the protest against the Askatasuna social center eviction, with water cannons and tear gas in the streets, on December 20, 2025 in Turin, Italy. Photo by Costantino Sergi/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes erupt at the protest against the Askatasuna social center eviction, with water cannons and tear gas in the streets, on December 20, 2025 in Turin, Italy. Photo by Costantino Sergi/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes during the Demonstration 'Aska is not closing' following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes during the Demonstration 'Aska is not closing' following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes During The Protest Against The Askatasuna Eviction - Turin

Clashes during the Demonstration 'Aska is not closing' following the eviction of the Askatasuna social centre in Turin, Italy, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Matteo Secci/LaPresse/ABACAPRESS.COM