Tensions flared at the Italian Parliament on Wednesday as lawmakers engaged in heated clashes over a proposed bill, a video of which circulated widely on the internet. The incident unfolded as Italy prepared to welcome world leaders for the annual Group of Seven (G7) Summit in Puglia.Reports from various media outlets indicate that the bill under contention aimed to grant certain regions increased autonomy. However, opponents argued that such measures would exacerbate the north-south divide in the country, potentially worsening conditions for the impoverished southern regions.Whats in viral video The viral video captured the moment opposition party member Leonardo Donno attempted to present an Italian flag to Minister Roberto Calderoli. As Donno approached, Calderoli declined the tricolor flag and retreated. Within moments, chaos erupted in the lower chamber, with lawmakers pushing and throwing punches amidst the commotion.Watch video Italian patriot walks into the Italian parliament with an Italy flag and gets attacked.I wonder will we similar scenes in Ireland in the future. #IrelandBelongsToTheIrishpic.twitter.com/LbMDCBuJij— Toby 🇮🇪 (@ThoughtsToby) June 13, 2024What Foreign Minister said In response to the incident, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed regret, stating he was at a loss for words. We need to set another example, not resort to physical altercations to resolve political disputes, he conveyed during an interview with Italys Sky TG24 news channel.G7 Summit 2024The altercation occurred against the backdrop of the ongoing G7 Summit, scheduled from Thursday through Saturday, where Italy plays host to leaders from the European Union and six other nations, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden.G7 Countries G7 includes America, Britain, France, Italy, Germany, Canada and Japan. Italy currently holds the presidency of the G7 (Group of Seven countries) and is hosting the summit. G-7 member states currently represent approximately 45% of global GDP and more than 10% of the worlds population. In line with its tradition, representatives of many countries and international organizations are invited to the summit by the host country holding the presidency. Earlier between 1997 and 2013, it had expanded as G8 with the inclusion of Russia. However, after the occupation of Crimea, Russias membership was suspended in 2014.
