Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Transportation · PoliticsStefano Donnarumma resigns as FS CEO amid service disruptions. Gianpiero Strisciuglio to lead Italy's railway network through major infrastructure upgrades.
Politics · National NewsMilan declares city mourning after officer Francesco Imprezzabile killed in high-speed chase. Death reignites debate on police equipment, funding gaps, and reform.
Economy · PoliticsItaly agrees on dairy price hike through December 2026. Learn how graduated increases and production caps affect farms, consumers, and grocery bills in Italy.
Politics · National NewsItaly's 1948 Constitution turns 80. Learn how universal suffrage, women's rights, and ongoing reforms shape your life as a resident in Italy.
Politics · EconomyFrance doubles defense budget while Italy cuts spending. Learn how NATO reshaping affects residents and what EU financing mechanisms could help Italy stay competitive.
Economy · PoliticsSecond-round manufacturing fund opens August 31, 2026. Up to 300,000 euros per company in Lazio and Marche for modernization and green tech projects.
Politics · National NewsItaly's proposed electoral reform eliminates preference voting, introduces blocked party lists, and awards 70 bonus seats to coalitions reaching 42%. Chamber debate starts June 26, 2026.
Politics · Other News7.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Venezuela, 32+ total deaths reported. Italy activates crisis unit to verify safety of 160,000 nationals. No Italian casualties confirmed yet.
Politics · National NewsMayor De Luca bulldozes Via Fornari drug market in 2026 to build family park and playground. Salerno's urban renewal targets safety, property values.