Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · National NewsItaly's May 2026 municipal elections deliver mixed results for center-left and center-right coalitions. See which cities gained ground and what's at stake in June runoffs.
Economy · PoliticsConfindustria's tax overhaul redirects €20 billion from outdated breaks to healthcare, education, and growth. What Italy residents need to know.
Politics · National NewsFuturo Nazionale captures 15% in Vigevano, threatening to fracture Italy's centre-right coalition ahead of 2027 elections. What residents need to know.
Politics · National NewsItalian police stopped an ISIS knife attack plot in Reggio Emilia, arresting a 22-year-old in contact with foreign extremist recruiters. What residents need to know.
Economy · PoliticsSuperbonus fraud jumped to 33% in 2025. If you renovated with tax credits, expect compliance letters. 90-day response deadline to avoid penalties and property tax hikes.
Politics · National NewsVoting closes in 743 Italian municipalities including 18 provincial capitals. Live count underway with potential runoffs June 7-8. What residents should know.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's 114.98 TWh gas storage strengthens winter 2026-2027 security. Discover how Europe's best reserves protect residents and what to expect from energy bills.
Tech · PoliticsVatican encyclical warns of AI monopolies. Italy's opposition leader calls it a mandate for action. What the Pope's tech critique means for Italian law.
Tech · PoliticsVatican encyclical demands AI regulation as social justice. EU's Digital Markets Act and AI Act align with Pope's call for tech accountability and human dignity protection.