Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Digital Lifestyle · PoliticsFrance enacted Europe's first social media ban for under-15s starting September 2026. Learn how Italy may follow and what age verification means for families.
Politics · National NewsControversial Italian parliamentary resolution targets religious activities in schools. Parents will need to approve religious and cultural activities. Coalition-backed measure draws opposition criticism.
Economy · Politics2027 ECB presidency race between Spain, Germany, Netherlands will shape Italy's mortgage rates, debt costs, and economic policy. What residents should know.
Culture · PoliticsEU cuts €2M from Venice Biennale cinema programs over Russian pavilion reopening. Italy's cultural icon launches legal fight—festival programming unaffected.
Politics · National NewsRome court upholds mafia-method charges in 2025 bombing of Report's Sigfrido Ranucci. Four suspects detained as investigation continues into sponsors.
Politics · National NewsMoroccan entrepreneur dies during police restraint in Bologna. Investigation underway, demonstrations planned, legal questions on protest procedures emerge.
Politics · National NewsItaly's top court ends ministerial delays on ICC war crimes cases. Justice Minister must now act immediately or explain refusal—reform triggered by Almasri case.
Economy · PoliticsItalian banks surge as oil falls but natural gas prices spike 3.7%. What the Hormuz crisis means for your electricity bills and investments in Italy.
Politics · National NewsItaly's July 2026 draft law would presume criminal capacity for 14-18 year-olds unless proven otherwise. Legal experts warn of constitutional violations.