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Why are troops going to Milan?

Deploying troops in a city like Milan is unusual for maintaining public order, as police typically handle riots. It suggests the Italian government views the situation as a significant threat, possibly to national security or the economy, rather than just a policing issue, given the luxury shops targeted.

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