Tracking national news for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · National NewsItaly's municipal runoffs saw record-low voter participation at 52%. Learn what this means for 2027 national elections and Italian governance ahead.
Economy · National NewsItaly's 547-year-old bank may drop 'di Siena' as Intesa and Banco BPM compete. 635 branches affected. What it means for customers and the 2027 timeline.
Economy · National NewsIntesa Sanpaolo acquires MPS in €30.6B merger. 1,260 branches split between Intesa & BPER-Unipol. How this affects your bank accounts, branches & credit access by Dec 2026.
Economy · National NewsIntesa Sanpaolo's €30.6B MPS acquisition creates Italy's banking giant by Dec 2026. What residents need to know about branches, rates, and deposits.
Economy · National NewsIntesa Sanpaolo's €30.6B takeover bid for MPS reshapes Italian banking. How the merger affects your accounts, jobs, and market competition by end-2026.
Economy · National NewsEurope's gas prices hit €51/MWh—9-month high. Italian households face €121 higher bills in 2026. Understand what's driving costs and how to prepare.
Politics · National NewsItalian municipal runoff elections across 41 cities see dramatic turnout collapse to 28.2%, down from 36%. What this means for local governance.
Immigration · National NewsItalian Coast Guard recovers 10 bodies from capsized migrant vessel near Malta. 48 survivors rescued as Central Mediterranean route records deadliest period.
Politics · National NewsSenate inquiry targets Forza Italia senator over sexual assault allegations in parliamentary office. Case highlights Italy's dual-track accountability system.