Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Senate Wi-Fi password containing 'Dux'—Mussolini's fascist title—sparks political controversy over institutional oversight and historical memory.
Politics · National NewsItaly blocks US bombers at Sigonella base amid constitutional debate. How military agreements, election politics, and NATO commitments affect life in Italy.
Politics · EconomyItaly's Meloni government faces referendum defeat, ministerial resignations, and fuel crisis. What political instability means for residents' costs and daily life.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Interior Minister Piantedosi faces conflict-of-interest questions after broadcaster Claudia Conte confirms relationship amid ministerial roles.
Politics · National NewsItaly's rape law reform pauses in Senate over consent vs. dissent debate. What the legislative impasse means for survivors' legal protections and resident rights.
Sports · PoliticsGravina resigns as FIGC president after Italy's third consecutive World Cup failure. June 2026 election to determine new leadership amid youth development crisis and mounting economic impact.
Environment · PoliticsItaly's defence ministry partners with GSE to transform military bases into renewable energy hubs, potentially lowering utility bills for nearby residents.
Sports · PoliticsSports Minister Abodi demands Italian football federation leadership replacement after three World Cup misses. Learn what's next for Italy's national team recovery efforts.
Economy · PoliticsTrump threatens Iranian infrastructure, risking global oil supply. How escalating Middle East tensions affect Italian fuel prices and your wallet.