Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsU.S. seizure of Iranian tanker spikes oil to $95/barrel, shaking Milan markets. Italian residents face fuel hikes, inflation fears. Latest updates here.
Politics · National NewsItalian female deputy receives second death threat in months, exposing digital protection gaps. New EU directives aim to strengthen enforcement by 2027.
Politics · ImmigrationItaly's controversial Gjader facility costs €680M but deports few migrants. Courts block transfers. What residents need to know about immigration policy.
Politics · EconomyItaly's April 22 Cabinet meeting to fill six vacant positions amid conflict-of-interest concerns over Consob presidency appointment. Political implications explained.
Economy · PoliticsRegional Italian employer breaks ranks to support minimum wage amid labor crisis. €9 hourly proposal stalled in Parliament faces April 2026 EU deadline.
Economy · Politics€20 billion in Italian cargo blocked near Hormuz. Energy costs surge as Confindustria chief questions EU leadership. What this means for Italy's economy.
Politics · National NewsItaly's new security decree expands police powers at protests. What residents and visitors need to know about arrests, detentions, and demonstration bans.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's rottamazione quinquies cuts tax debt 30-50% by April 30. Pay only principal plus costs. Apply at agenziaentrateriscossione.gov.it
Politics · National NewsItaly's Communist Party (PRC) explores historic alliance with center-left PD for 2027 elections. Narrow 89-80 vote signals major shift. Impact on welfare, wages & defense spending.