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.

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Police Presence in Vanchiglia - Turin

Law enforcement presence in the Vanchiglia neighborhood, where since Thursday the eviction of the Askatasuna social center has been underway. - Sunday, December 21, 2025. News Photo by Marco Alpozzi/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM