Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsVolkswagen plans 100,000 job cuts by 2030, closing 4 German plants. Union battles loom as European auto crisis deepens amid China competition and tariffs.
Politics · Culture15 faiths sign historic pact in Italy giving religious communities unified voice for prayer spaces, dietary needs, school accommodations. What it means for you.
National News · Politics63-year-old man arrested in Camaiore after shooting wife and son with hunting rifle. Neighbors reported months of family tension. Details on Italy's domestic violence resources.
Politics · National NewsRenzi warns Vannacci's Futuro Nazionale risks fracturing Italy's center-right coalition. Understand what this means for your vote and Italy's 2027 political future.
Politics · National NewsMilan declares city mourning after officer Francesco Imprezzabile killed in high-speed chase. Death reignites debate on police equipment, funding gaps, and reform.
Economy · PoliticsItaly agrees on dairy price hike through December 2026. Learn how graduated increases and production caps affect farms, consumers, and grocery bills in Italy.
Politics · National NewsItaly's 1948 Constitution turns 80. Learn how universal suffrage, women's rights, and ongoing reforms shape your life as a resident in Italy.
Politics · EconomyFrance doubles defense budget while Italy cuts spending. Learn how NATO reshaping affects residents and what EU financing mechanisms could help Italy stay competitive.
Economy · PoliticsSecond-round manufacturing fund opens August 31, 2026. Up to 300,000 euros per company in Lazio and Marche for modernization and green tech projects.