Austrian flag incident in South Tyrol strains Italy-Austria relations

South Tyrolean Schützen raised the Austrian flag with the Federal Eagle in Bozen, in the presence of the Austrian Consul General, prompting an FPÖ allegation of 'harassment' by Italian authorities. The Austrian Foreign Ministry says it had no prior knowledge and declines to pursue the matter, signaling a de-escalation attempt. The incident highlights lingering ethnic tensions in South Tyrol and could affect bilateral relations.

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