- 2d ago
Italian party leaders clash over NATO spending and economic policy at Cernobbio forum
Italian opposition figures and cabinet ministers gathered in Cernobbio on 6 September 2026 to debate military spending, social policy, and economic priorities at the TEHA Ambrosetti Forum.
- Aug 6
Conte clashes with Meloni after COVID inquiry testimony, faces recall in September
Former PM Giuseppe Conte testified before Italy's COVID inquiry commission on 6 August, presenting documents on mask procurement, then traded social media accusations with PM Giorgia Meloni as opposition parties rallied to his defense and FdI announced a September recall.
- Aug 3
Conte-Schlein lunch thaws personal tensions but leaves Ukraine, rearmament, and primary rules unresolved
A Rome lunch between Five Star leader Giuseppe Conte and PD secretary Elly Schlein eased personal friction but left unresolved the coalition's deep divisions over Ukraine arms, rearmament spending, and the rules for choosing a prime ministerial candidate.
- Jul 29
Italy to request full 14.9 billion euro EU defence loan, coalition divided
Foreign Minister Tajani announced the decision to tap the EU's SAFE facility for up to 14.9 billion euros, but Defence Minister Crosetto immediately clarified the funds are a technical financing alternative, not new spending, exposing deep divisions within the ruling coalition.
- Jun 18
Maturità 2026 begins: over 527,000 students face Italian test, Meloni and Renzi send wishes
At 8:30 on 18 June 2026, 527,747 Italian students began the first written exam of the maturità, tackling seven Italian language tracks. Political leaders, including Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, offered encouragement.
