Europa, zguduită de proteste violente: scumpirile, cauza principală. Salariile nu mai țin pasul cu prețurile • Newsweek România

A wave of protests across Europe, particularly in France, Belgium, Italy, and Portugal, highlights public discontent over rising living costs and stagnant wages. Demonstrators are voicing their frustrations as food prices have surged by 34% in five years, while salaries have not kept pace. The protests have sometimes turned violent, with significant damage reported, including looting and arson. In France alone, around 550,000 people protested, leading to clashes with police and numerous injuries. Other countries also experienced unrest, with students in Belgium and Italy joining the demonstrations. The situation reflects broader economic challenges affecting households across the continent.