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Council of Europe Urges Italy to Investigate Police Racial Profiling

5/29/2025

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The Council of Europe is calling on Italy to launch an independent investigation into racial profiling in its police force, a pressing concern echoed in the 2024 report. Vice-President Tena Simonovic Einwalter emphasizes that enhancing transparency and accountability is crucial for fostering trust and effectively tackling racism in society.

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The Council of Europe is calling on Italy to launch an independent investigation into racial profiling in its police force, a pressing concern echoed in the 2024 report. Vice-President Tena Simonovic Einwalter emphasizes that enhancing transparency and accountability is crucial for fostering trust and effectively tackling racism in society.