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Brides in gowns stage protest for delayed weddings

Women hold a protest against delays and cancelations caused by COVID-19 restrictions

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Brides wearing their wedding dress hold a flashmob protest by the Trevi fountain in Rome.
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Placards read "give us back the freedom to celebrate, church doors closed to wedding, a dream limited by restrictions, unrestricted marriage".
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