Tracking national news for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · National NewsItaly evacuates 500 citizens from Iran and raises Rome security to level 2 after US-Israel strikes. What residents need to know about alerts and safety.
Economy · National NewsMPS proposes €9.5B Mediobanca merger to create Italy's 3rd banking giant. What the 2026 plan could mean for your accounts and loans.
Sports · National NewsRoma faces Bologna in Europa League Round of 16 on March 12 & 19, 2026. One team's elimination costs Italy valuable UEFA coefficient points needed for future Champions League slots.
Culture · National NewsSanremo Festival's third night reached 9.5 million viewers with 60.6% audience share, Italy's highest television concentration since 1990. Laura Pausini and Alicia Keys drove viewership peaks.
Politics · National NewsItaly's ruling coalition proposes controversial "Stabilicum" reform giving 60% of parliamentary seats to coalitions with 40% votes. Constitutional challenges expected.
Transportation · National News24-hour rail strike hits Italy Feb 27-28. Learn refund deadlines, guaranteed train times, and bus alternatives for weekend travel disruptions.
Environment · National NewsANCI and ANBI signed February 2026 protocol formalizing 3,000+ municipality-consortia water pacts. €24M funding for flood defense, technical support across Italy.
Economy · National NewsItaly's non-EU exports fell 1.9% in January 2026, hitting capital goods hardest. Learn which markets declined, where opportunities remain, and what it means for businesses.
Economy · National NewsMPS-Mediobanca merger creates Italy's third-largest bank. €16 billion in shareholder returns through 2030 with 100% payout commitment. Key details inside.