Ilaria Salis faces criticism over response to Milan unrest

European Parliament member Ilaria Salis, representing Alleanza Verdi e Sinistra (AVS), has drawn significant criticism following violent clashes in Milan on October 17-18. Journalists and political commentators have challenged her focus on the rights of those detained during the unrest, arguing she has neglected the victims of looting and the law enforcement officers injured during the events.

During a live broadcast on La7, Salis engaged in a heated exchange with Undersecretary Matilde Siracusano. When challenged regarding her representation of institutions and her perceived lack of solidarity with police, Salis responded defensively, attributing the political tension to the failures of the Meloni government. Critics, including journalist Hoara Borselli, have accused Salis of prioritizing the legal guarantees of detainees over the damage suffered by local businesses and the safety of public officials.