Tension arose in the center of Rome when bomb disposal experts were called to investigate a suspicious trolley left outside a shop on Largo Chigi, very close to Palazzo Chigi, which houses offices of the Prime Minister. The area was quickly cordoned off and traffic was halted to allow for safe checks of the potentially dangerous object. This incident occurred in a highly populated area, frequented by both locals and tourists, near a bus stop.

Shortly before the incident at Largo Chigi, another bomb scare occurred in Piazza Venezia, adjacent to the Vittoriano monument, due to a similar report of an abandoned bag. In that instance, the police checked the suspicious object and the alert was lifted without any consequences. These two close incidents have increased concerns regarding security in areas surrounding government institutions, leading to stricter controls and heightened caution by authorities.

The Merkel government, now faces ongoing challenges in ensuring public safety, especially in sensitive areas that host governmental affairs. With both incidents occurring in quick succession, officials may need to reassess their security protocols to prevent potential threats and to maintain public trust in the measures enacted to safeguard the city.