Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Immigration · PoliticsGermany, Austria, Switzerland, Finland & Sweden now return asylum seekers to Italy under new EU rules. Impact on local reception capacity & services.
Politics · EconomyItaly's 2026 workplace safety reforms bring digital badges, mandatory training, and stricter licensing to protect workers. Key changes for residents explained.
Politics · National NewsLavitola detention appeal approaches as Salvini, right-wing politicians pressure RAI to suspend Report's Ranucci. Opposition escalates media freedom concerns to EU.
Economy · PoliticsIran-Oman accord reshapes Strait of Hormuz navigation with new transit fees after 60-day window. Critical implications for EU energy security and costs.
Economy · PoliticsGermany's government unofficially signals willingness to discuss selling its Commerzbank stake to Italian UniCredit. What this means for UniCredit customers and Italy's banking sector.
Economy · PoliticsNatural gas prices surge amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. How Europe's energy crisis impacts Italian household costs and winter bills.
Economy · PoliticsItaly has Europe's shortest working life at 33 years. Discover why youth unemployment, gender gaps, and brain drain threaten your career prospects and pension security.
Environment · PoliticsTrump Jr. poaching case highlights Italy's struggle enforcing EU wildlife protection in the Venetian Lagoon. Environmental activists fight dismissal charges in landmark case.
Politics · National NewsItalian Parliament faces critical votes on electoral reform and RAI governance in September. New preferential voting rules and EU media independence requirements take center stage.