The Italian government is preparing to tighten security measures following the violence in Milan, where clashes and property damage during demonstrations have reignited debate over public order. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto has ordered the deployment of an additional 500 troops to the Lombardy capital. Soldiers taking part in the “Safe Roads” (Strade Sicure) operation support police in patrolling sensitive areas and protecting strategic sites. Measures under consideration include reinstating preventive detention for up to 24 hours and extending deferred flagrante delicto arrest (arresto in flagranza differita) – a procedure allowing suspects to be arrested after an offence has taken place, on the basis of video footage or other evidence – to minors aged 14 to 18. The government is also considering tougher penalties for those responsible for vandalism and looting, with the aim of making action against violent groups more effective. Questions remain over how the proposed measures would be implemented, particularly in the case of minors, and whether they would comply with constitutional safeguards. The government argues that stronger tools are needed to prevent and combat violence, but it has yet to determine which measures will ultimately be included in the legislation.