Milan, Italy – On January 31, 2026, central Milan saw a passionate protest as demonstrators rallied against the presence or potential operations of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the city.

The demonstration was captured on video by Luca Caputa, a local construction worker, showing a diverse crowd marching through the streets and holding signs reading “In Milan we don’t want ICE” and other anti-ICE messages. Protesters prominently used the phrase “IceOut” throughout the rally.

Participants, dressed for cold winter weather, moved in unison while chanting slogans and voicing their opposition. The protest took place along busy urban streets under gray, overcast skies.

The demonstration remained peaceful, with no clashes or major disruptions reported. Organizers emphasized their message as a civic and political stand against foreign enforcement and perceived overreach.

Reactions were mixed. Supporters praised the activism, while critics questioned focusing on anti-ICE demonstrations amid other local security concerns. Protesters maintained that the event was an important expression of civic engagement and political opinion.

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