Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Immigration · PoliticsItaly's education minister proposes banning burqas in schools from October 2026. What this could mean for immigrant families, residency permits, and your children's education rights.
Immigration · PoliticsCeuta migration crisis prompts urgent EU coordination. Italy joins 22 countries calling for emergency meeting. Ireland convenes crisis response mechanism as diplomatic tensions rise.
Economy · PoliticsNew U.S. military strikes on Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz, pushing oil and gas prices higher across Europe. What it means for Italian households and businesses.
National News · PoliticsSecond victim recovered in Messina building collapse. Four still missing. Structural failure suspected from renovation work. Rescue ongoing.
Tech · PoliticsItaly's new AI law limits biometric data use by police. Learn how mandatory training and EU rules protect your privacy while law enforcement evolves.
Economy · PoliticsItaly receives €45.6M from EU's €540M crisis fund to help farmers hit by 62% fertilizer cost surge. Advanced payments up to 80% available before Oct 16.
Economy · PoliticsGerman business confidence hits 3-month high in July 2026. What this economic shift means for Italian exporters, investors, and consumers in the Eurozone.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Chamber President blocks mafia-linked chat review in Delmastro case. Aug 3, 2026 vote tests parliamentary immunity vs. judicial oversight—with implications for anti-mafia enforcement.
Politics · TechItaly's Cabinet votes August 4, 2026 on facial recognition rules under the EU AI Act. Learn what the decree means for privacy rights and surveillance concerns.