All the latest news from Italy Telegraph — politics, economy, culture and more.
Politics · National NewsMeloni's government loses electoral reform vote 188-187 in secret ballot. Anonymous defectors derail preference amendment as opposition demands early elections.
Politics · National NewsMeloni's coalition defeated on electoral reform by one vote. Opposition leaders Schlein and Conte demand resignation. Markets remain stable despite political tensions.
Culture · TourismEllen Burstyn receives Venice Film Festival's Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at 93. Premiering in Maggie Gyllenhaal's Flesh Impact short, Sept 2026.
Tech · PoliticsKremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov rejects EU and UK cyberattack accusations as unfounded, claiming Russia has adapted to minimize sanctions impact.
Politics · National NewsItaly introduces a 42% vote threshold that grants bonus seats to winning coalitions. Opposition demands secret ballots as reform faces constitutional challenges.
Health · EnvironmentExtreme heatwave hits Italy with 15 cities on red alert. Sardinia forecast 45°C, work restrictions in Lombardy, Lazio. Safety tips for residents and visitors.
Economy · PoliticsTokyo stocks fall as crude prices spike to $85/barrel amid Middle East tensions. Learn how geopolitical friction and yen weakness affect Italian investors' Asia exposure and energy costs.
Sports · EconomyRubén Amorim begins AC Milan's rebuild with Gila and Ramos signings totaling €100M+, while Rafael Leão's future remains uncertain amid lukewarm European interest.
EconomyItaly's FTSE MIB falls 0.66% amid Middle East conflict and surging oil prices. Luxury and banking stocks decline while energy surges. Investor analysis.