National News · PoliticsRome Bids Farewell to Emma Bonino: State Funeral Set for Tuesday
Rome holds lying-in-state at Campidoglio for Emma Bonino. The state funeral takes place Tuesday, honoring the civil rights icon's lasting legacy.
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Politics · National NewsConte Pushes to Oust Renzi as Opposition Battles Over 2027 Election Strategy
Giuseppe Conte challenges Matteo Renzi's role in opposition strategy, as new electoral rules require 6,000 signatures per constituency—threatening grassroots parties in the 2027 vote.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Urban Security at Crossroads: Army Patrols or New Volunteer Force?
Lega pushes to expand military street patrols, clashing with plans for a volunteer auxiliary force. See how this debate affects security in 61 Italian cities.
Politics · National NewsMeloni Sets Coalition Red Line on Ukraine Aid and Proposes Confederate EU Model
PM Meloni rules out alliances with anti-Ukraine aid parties and proposes a 'confederate Europe' model, reshaping Italy's political future.
Politics · National NewsUkrainian Drones Strike Sochi Resort as Putin Warns Europe of War Risk
Ukrainian drones strike Sochi and Saratov, injuring eight. Putin warns Europe of war risks. Vatican pushes for peace. Implications for Italy.
Politics · National NewsNew Italian Law effectively Bans New Political Parties from Elections
Italian Senate quadruples signature requirements for new parties, requiring 300,000 names to run. Opposition calls it a constitutional violation.
Economy · National NewsItaly Hits Record Employment But Workforce is Rapidly Aging
Italy's employment rate hits 63.1%, but workers over 50 now double the under-35s. Learn what this demographic shift means for jobs and pensions.
Economy · National NewsItaly Prepares Targeted Fuel Aid as Prices Soar: Details Expected Next Week
Fuel prices hit record levels in Italy. The government is preparing targeted aid for those most affected, with details expected next week. What we know so far.
Economy · Environment · National NewsTaranto Plant Shutdown: Thousands of Jobs at Risk as Court Orders Pollution Halt
Milan Court orders Taranto steel plant shutdown by Oct 2026. 10,000 jobs at risk. Government crisis talks scheduled as workers face uncertainty.