Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
National News · PoliticsItaly's Supreme Court rejects '30 seconds to resist' defense in Malpensa sexual assault case. Historic conviction establishes psychological shock eliminates consent.
Economy · PoliticsEU demands Italy target energy aid to low-income households only. Learn how new rules affect your bills and what support remains for 2026-2028.
Sports · PoliticsIOC lifts Russia's suspension for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Italian teams now face stronger competition in volleyball, gymnastics, and track events. Doping safeguards remain in place.
Economy · PoliticsEuropean inflation cools to 2.8% in June, but Italian fuel hits €1.87/liter. Why energy costs keep rising despite ECB policy changes—and what it means for your budget.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's €4.1B training sector faces December 2026 funding cliff. Discover if your region extends GOL benefits and what workers must do now to plan ahead.
Sports · PoliticsRussian and Belarusian gymnasts compete at Milan World Cup under national symbols this weekend. Italy's government opposes but must follow international rules.
Politics · CulturePope Leo XIV visits Rimini Aug 22, 2026 for Meeting for Friendship. Key speakers, policy talks, security info & what it means for Italy residents.
Politics · National NewsDeputy PM Salvini delegates electoral reform decisions to technical advisers as coalition splits on preference voting ahead of July 14 Parliament debate.
Politics · National NewsMacerata court delivers life sentence under Italy's new femicide law. First major verdict shows courts applying maximum penalties for domestic murder.