Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · National NewsItaly's 81st Liberation Day celebrations disrupted by Gaza solidarity protests and right-wing calls for fascist reconciliation. Key facts for residents.
Politics · ImmigrationItaly's new security law limits free legal aid for migrants, tightens protest rules with fines up to €10,000, and raises weapon penalties. How it impacts residents.
Politics · National NewsMeloni emphasizes Italy's crucial role in Lebanon, calling for a legal framework to maintain international peacekeeping presence as UNIFIL mandate expires in 2026.
Immigration · PoliticsItaly's emergency Cabinet decree opens migrant return assistance to non-lawyers after presidential concerns. New compensation rules and €1.4M budget explained for residents.
Economy · PoliticsIEA reports unprecedented uncertainty in global LNG markets following Hormuz Strait closure. Gas prices surge to January 2023 levels as supply disruptions affect European and Italian households.
Politics · ImmigrationItaly's sweeping security decree expands police detention, criminalizes knife possession for minors, and reshapes migrant returns. Direct impacts for residents explained.
Politics · National NewsCampaign offices in Mestre targeted with graffiti as Venice approaches tense May 24-25 mayoral election. Cross-party concern over intimidation tactics.
Politics · National NewsFormer Justice Ministry chief Bartolozzi returns to Rome Court of Appeals while facing Almasri case prosecution. How immunity votes and transfers could shield her from trial.
Politics · National NewsConvicted ex-Justice official Delmastro may be cleared as prosecutors reverse course in classified leak case. May 20 ruling tests Italy's secret-sharing rules.