Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsEurozone economy shrinks 0.2% in Q1 2026 as energy prices surge and inflation hits 3%. Learn how this impacts living costs and jobs for residents in Italy.
Politics · National NewsTorre Annunziata faces 2nd mafia dissolution in 4 years. State commissioners to govern both Campania towns until at least December 2027.
Politics · National NewsPresident Mattarella confirms Minetti's pardon after Milan prosecutors validate humanitarian grounds. Review finds no evidence for party allegations.
Economy · PoliticsConsob finds governance violations at Borsa Italiana. Italy may invoke golden power to protect control over stock exchange and sovereign debt trading.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Senate passes Valditara bill requiring parental consent for school sex and relationship education. Learn how it affects Italian families and what schools must do.
Politics · National NewsItaly's cannabis laws in flux after 2025 Security Decree. Learn about current penalties, ongoing EU court cases, and whether reform is coming in 2026.
Economy · PoliticsItaly extends fuel excise discounts past June 6 deadline via ministerial decree. Current gasoline and diesel relief continues—what residents need to know.
Economy · PoliticsMilan stocks fell 0.26% amid Middle East tensions and chip sector weakness. Rising energy costs pose risks for Italian households and businesses in coming months.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's Chamber approves nuclear framework law. First reactors targeted for 2034. What residents, property owners & businesses need to know about energy costs.