The iconic Italian song ‘Bella Ciao,’ historically known as an anti-fascist anthem, has become a global protest anthem, particularly against Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Its recent use by European Parliament members to protest Orbán’s policies highlights the song’s enduring power as a symbol of resistance against authoritarianism.
The Italian protest song ‘Bella Ciao’ has become a global anthem of resistance, adopted by movements fighting against oppression and injustice. From its origins as a lament for Italian rice paddy workers to its use in anti-fascist struggles, feminist protests, and recent uprisings in Ukraine and Iran, the song’s enduring power lies in its versatility and message of solidarity.
