Italy

Italy and Starlink: What's at stake if a deal goes ahead?

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said her government is in talks with several private companies including Elon Musk's SpaceX over the country's telecoms security system. What consequences..

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrives in Kyiv to underscore support for Ukraine

The surprise visit comes a day after Pistorius met with his counterparts from France, the UK, Italy and Poland to discuss coordinating their defence plans and assistance for Ukraine.

Three people killed in an avalanche in Italy's Leopontine Alps

A group of five skiers was hit by the avalanche above the village of Trasquera in the Piedmont region. Two survived and were helicoptered to hospital.

Iran's 'Eqtedar' Military Exercise: Air Defense Drills & Nuclear Site Protection –Threat to U.S

Iran has launched its new military exercise, "Eqtedar" (Might), in the western and northern air defense zones, including regions hosting critical nuclear facilities like Fordow and Khondab. This..

Dolce & Gabbana bring Baroque splendour and Sicilian heritage to Paris in stunning exhibition

For the first time in their 40-year history, the Italian design duo Dolce & Gabbana are showcasing their work in the French fashion capital.

Italy's FM Antonio Tajani meets Lebanon's new president Josep Aoun for talks in Beirut

Tajani's talks in Lebanon come on the same day he met Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa in his first visit to Damascus since the fall last year of long-time ruler Bashar al-Assad.

Bloodbath In Syria Between U.S Vs Turkey Backed Forces | Deadly On Street Clashes Kill 40

Fierce clashes continue in northern Syria between U.S.-backed Kurdish forces (SDF) and Turkish-backed groups, resulting in around 40 deaths. Despite U.S. efforts to ease tensions, Turkey views the YPG..

Meloni: 'Sala's release made my day — and I didn't talk to Musk about Starlink'

At her annual press conference, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni covered topics from the release of Cecilia Sala and Middle Eastern conflicts to relations with Donald Trump and the EU.

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala arrives in Rome after weeks of detention in Iranian prison

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala arrives in Rome after spending weeks in solitary confinement in an Iranian prison.

Tehran releases Italian journalist Cecilia Sala from prison

Sala has been detained in Iran since 19 December, three days after she arrived in the country on a journalist visa.

Georgia Meloni Meets Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago: 'A Fantastic Woman Who Has Taken Europe by Storm'

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with President-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida ahead of her meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden in Rome. During the meeting, Trump..

Italian Prime Minister Meloni visits Trump at Mar-a-Lago

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has travelled to the US and met with President-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago Florida resort.

Tehran warns Rome bilateral ties at risk if detained Iranian not released from prison

Mohammad Abedini was arrested by Italian authorities at Milan’s Malpensa airport on a US warrant on 16 December, accused of supplying the technology for a drone strike in Jordan which killed three US..

Hardy swimmers brave chilly waters with traditional New Year's dip

In Germany and Italy, people took part in unique traditions to welcome 2025, including daring swimming and diving events.

Milan prohibits outdoor smoking in Italy's toughest ban

Cheering for 2025? Sparkling wine production and exports in EU fell by 8%

Despite an 8% decrease in sparkling wine production and exports in the EU in 2023, Italy's Prosecco topped EU bubbly wine exports, surpassing French Champagne.

Italy cracks down on self check-ins for short-term rentals

Italy says talks ongoing with Iran to secure release of journalist Cecilia Sala from prison

Sala was reporting in the Iranian capital when she was detained on 19 December, according to the Italian foreign ministry.

Italian journalist detained by police while reporting in Iran

Italian newspaper urges Iran to free journalist held in notorious jail

Cecilia Sala, who works for Il Foglio, was arrested in Tehran before Christmas while on a reporting trip and is now being held in Evin prison.

Arrested Italian reporter observed Iran's Hijab law, journalist says

Viral video of Musk and Meloni kissing is AI-generated

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's expressive face has often led to her being romantically paired with other prominent global figures online, and her recent appearance with Elon Musk has prompted..

Italy's Salvini awaits verdict in trial over blocking migrants at sea

A verdict is expected to be reached at Italian Deputy PM Matteo Salvini's 'Open Arms trial' on Friday. Salvini has been charged with kidnapping for preventing 147 migrants from disembarking in..

Which Europeans have better skills in literacy, math and problem-solving?

Finnish adults score the highest in literacy, math, and problem-solving skills, while Portugal, Poland, Italy and Lithuania fall below the OECD average in all three competences.

Italy's Giorgia Meloni resigns from ECR parliamentary group

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced on Sunday she is resigning as president of the centre-right European Conservatives and Reformists Group.