The statue of a famous Italian journalist, Indro Montanelli, who was a supporter of colonialism, has been daubed with red paint.

Anti-racism protesters have claimed the responsibility of the act. They have demanded the removal of the statue from the square.

They have posted a video in a social media platform in connection with the incident – which has triggered several serious discussions and deliberations across the world.

Though he was a pro-colonialist and pro-fascist, his contribution to the fight for the freedom of speech and expression is huge.

The Italian government has criticised the action and said that his contribution to the field of journalism cannot be ignored. They have even turned down the demand that the statue should be removed from the square.

The Black Lives Matter movement – which originated in the United States in protest against the custodial death of a unarmed black man – has rapidly spread across the world.

What has been reported from Italy is the first serious case of demolition in connection with the movement – which resulted to the demolition of several statues (especially those represent those who supported colonialism) in the US and across the world.

 Anyway, many journalists have condemned the action. It remains unclear whether the action may affect the global movement against racial injustice.

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