Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · National NewsGeneral Vannacci's Genoa rally locked down city blocks, preventing residents from reaching homes. 600 Calabria members quit his party over top-down control.
Transportation · PoliticsAt Andria rail disaster's 10th anniversary, Italy proposes prevention-focused workplace safety reforms. What the new 'patente a crediti' means for workers.
Politics · National NewsItaly deploys 3,000 police officers; Lombardy gets 189 (6%) despite 17% population, 23% GDP. Governor calls allocation unfair, raising security concerns.
Culture · PoliticsEU cuts €2M from Venice Biennale funding over Russian pavilion reopening. Italy threatens to replace funds as cultural autonomy clash escalates.
Politics · National NewsItaly sends undersecretary to Trump's controversial Antifa summit on July 16. How Meloni balances US ties with Italy's antifascist constitutional values.
Politics · National NewsIranian newspaper places Meloni on blacklist after Khamenei's death. Italian government responds with unified condemnation; security protocols reviewed for diplomatic missions.
Politics · National NewsVannacci's rally forced Albaro venue change, street closures, and heavy police presence. What residents need to know about the security lockdown and protests.
Economy · PoliticsItaly delays €2 parcel fee to Oct 2027, but EU's €3 duty plus 22% VAT already applies to your Chinese imports since July. What you're paying now.
Transportation · PoliticsItaly's state railway FS appoints Strisciuglio as CEO in July 2026. Political disputes delay subsidiary appointments affecting Trenitalia and RFI leadership.