Matteotti murder

The Matteotti murder refers to the assassination of Giacomo Matteotti, an Italian socialist politician, in 1924. Matteotti publicly opposed Benito Mussolini and his Fascist Party’s rise to power, criticizing election abuses and violence. Amid mounting tension, he was kidnapped and murdered by Fascist supporters. His death shocked Italy, exposing the brutal tactics used by Mussolini’s regime. The murder intensified political turmoil, but eventually, Mussolini consolidated power, leading to a dictatorship. The incident highlights how political violence can be used to eliminate opposition and establish authoritative rule.