Police Clash With Protesters After Sabotage Hits Olympic Rails

Authorities in Italy launched investigations into suspected rail sabotage after thousands of demonstrators clashed with riot police during protests against the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.Protesters used fireworks and smoke bombs near the Santagiulia ice hockey rink and the Olympic Village, prompting law enforcement to deploy water cannons following the opening ceremony attended by JD Vance.Infrastructure and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini reported severe disruptions on lines near Bologna and Pesaro while regional officials condemned the violence as criminal behavior by masked groups.