A proposed bridge connecting the Italian mainland to Sicily has sparked significant opposition from residents worried about its scale, earthquake threats, environmental effects, and mafia interference. Thousands of demonstrators recently marched in Messina against the 13.5-billion-euro project, citing potential destruction to local landscapes. Despite claims by Transport Minister Matteo Salvini that the bridge will create jobs and boost the economy, critics are dissatisfied with the prospect of expropriating homes. Protesters argue that the integrity of the Strait of Messina should be preserved, emphasizing that monetary compensation cannot replace their cherished environment.
Residents are against the proposed Strait of Messina Bridge project over its scale, earthquake threats, environmental effect, and potential mafia interference.
Transport Minister Matteo Salvini called it the biggest infrastructure project in the West, estimating it would create up to 120,000 jobs annually.
Critics are angered that about 500 families would have to be expropriated for the bridge to be built, with Salvini assuring compensation.
They could offer me three times the value of my house, but that doesn't matter to me. What matters is the landscape.
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