Brawl Erupts in Italian Parliament, Lawmaker Injured

Update: June 13, 2024, 12:02 PM

A physical altercation broke out in Italy's Parliament on June 12, resulting in the apparent injury of one lawmaker, Leonardo Donno of the Five Star Movement.

Details of the Incident

According to reports, the brawl occurred during a heated debate on the floor of the lower house. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as lawmakers exchanged blows and shouted at one another. Donno, 39, claimed he was attacked and sustained a head injury.

Security personnel intervened to separate the combatants and restore order. Donno was taken to a hospital for examination, while the parliament suspended its session.