Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsEU rejects Italy's plea for budget flexibility amid energy crisis. Deficit stays capped at 3%, limiting support for rising fuel and heating costs for residents.
Economy · PoliticsIran's ceasefire rejection pushes oil above $111. Discover how rising crude prices impact Italy's fuel costs, inflation, and household budgets this spring.
Economy · PoliticsGulf tensions drive up Italian fuel and energy costs. Meloni's government acts to protect households and businesses amid Strait of Hormuz transit disruptions.
Economy · PoliticsJPMorgan warns Iran conflict could push Italian diesel over €2/liter and trigger ECB rate hikes. How it affects your mortgage and cost of living.
Politics · CulturePope Leo XIV demands immediate ceasefires, action for persecuted Christians. Global peace vigil April 11 at Vatican. Italian Church mobilizes response.
Economy · PoliticsWTI crude rebounds to $110/barrel and Brent to $108.60 after Iran rejects ceasefire proposal, maintaining pressure on European energy costs and Italian consumers.
Economy · PoliticsPakistan proposes Iran-US peace plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz, potentially stabilizing fuel costs in Italy within 15-20 days. Key details for residents.
Economy · PoliticsItalian pensions and investments hit as European stocks lose €1.1 trillion. Oil surge past €110 threatens your savings. What residents need to know.
Economy · PoliticsOil prices hit $113.69 amid Trump-Iran tensions. Learn how Strait of Hormuz crisis affects Italy's fuel costs, inflation, and mortgage rates in 2026.