Hundreds of individuals in Rome are camping on a street following the eviction of squatters from a building after a recent fire. Activists claim the building’s clearance was not solely due to safety concerns following the blaze, but a politically motivated action targeting the squatters. The building housed primarily migrants and refugees, exacerbating concerns about Rome’s existing housing crisis. The eviction has sparked protests and accusations of heavy-handed tactics by authorities. Those displaced are now demanding adequate housing solutions and protesting the eviction. The situation highlights ongoing tensions surrounding immigration, housing, and social justice within the Italian capital. Authorities have yet to respond directly to the activists’ claims of political motivation.