In an interview with the newspaper Il Giornale, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni declared her intention to adopt a "zero tolerance" approach toward those who "smash everything." The Prime Minister criticized in particular the decision of Bologna Mayor Matteo Lepore to call a public demonstration following the death of Fakir, which occurred in Bologna. Meloni described the initiative as "irresponsible."

During the same interview, Meloni also referred to her relationship with the United States, stating that she had been called a "Western patriot" by her American counterparts even before Donald Trump took office. The Prime Minister then accused the opposition of seeking political instability in the country, while reaffirming her goal of stable governments.

The death of Fakir in Bologna has sparked a heated debate between the governing majority and the opposition over how to manage protests and whether it is appropriate to convene public assemblies in contexts of social tension.