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Italy Prepares Evacuation Plan for Syria

December 7, 2024December 7, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy prepares a citizen’s evacuation plan for Syria as Islamist rebels, aligned with pro-Turkish and anti-Assad factions, advance towards Damascus.

ECJ (pictured) sets tentative February date for hearing on migrant processing policy. Credit: By Luxofluxo - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=76261515

ECJ sets Indicative February Hearing on Migrant Processing Policy

December 4, 2024December 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The European Court of Justice (ECJ) announced Tuesday that it plans a February hearing on Italy’s controversial migrant processing policy. The case concerns Italy’s designation of what is considered a “safe country” for repatriation.

René Benko Credit: Georg Hochmuth | Afp | Getty Images

Italian arrest warrant for Austrian Tycoon René Benko

December 3, 2024December 3, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

An arrest warrant has been issued for René Benko, the Austrian billionaire behind the embattled Signa Group, by prosecutors in Trento. This comes amidst allegations of corruption involving business figures and public officials in Trentino–Süd Tirol, the region bordering Austria.

Justice Decree approved with contentious provisions excluded. Image shows statue of Justice holding scales aloft with sun behind

Justice Decree Approved, Controversial Provisions Dropped

November 30, 2024November 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Council of Ministers has approved the latest justice decree, but two highly debated provisions were excluded.

National General strike protest in Rome, 29 November 2024. Credit: AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia

General Strike – Protest across the Country

November 29, 2024November 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Today’s general strike in protest against the 2025 budget, organised by CGIL and UIL trade unions, marked a pivotal moment in Italy’s ongoing political and social discourse.

Meloni with Coalition partners. Meloni Salvini Tajani . They reject the idea of an early election. Créditos: @Andrew Medichini

Meloni Calls for Unity Amid Double Government Split

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Premier Giorgia Meloni urged her coalition partners to unite after two significant splits within her government on Wednesday.

Mayor of Vigevano Arrested on Corruption Charges

November 28, 2024November 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Carabinieri police in Pavia arrested Andrea Ceffa, the 51-year-old mayor of Vigevano, on Thursday on corruption charges.

M5S vote for Conte reforms

November 25, 2024November 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The 5-Star Movement (M5S) has voted to change its two-term limit for elected representatives. The results were announced during a ‘constituent assembly’ held to discuss reforms proposed by leader Giuseppe Conte.

Health Minister Downplays Healthcare Strike

November 21, 2024November 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Health Minister Orazio Schillaci stated on Thursday that only 1% of healthcare workers participated in a 24-hour healthcare strike held the previous day.