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France's Macron and Pope Leo XIV hold first meeting at the Vatican

Macron's visit to Rome notably excluded any meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The Elysée defined the visit as "republican and secular" with no bilateral political meetings with the Italian government planned.

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Meloni plans closer cooperation with Algeria to boost gas deliveries

Italy, which generates more than 40% of its electricity from natural gas according to the International Energy Agency, has been negotiating with various countries to replace lost LNG supplies from Qatar.

Italy

Italians vote on constitutional justice reform to reshape judiciary

Italians vote on the Meloni government-proposed justice reform to split judges and prosecutors, reshape the CSM, and create a new Disciplinary Court, amid sharp divisions.

World News

Italy calls for restraint as EU puts US tariff deal on ice

Rome warned against a trade clash and urged continuity, with Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani stressing the need to protect export-heavy Italy.

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Italy weighs social media age limits amid teen digital addiction

Italy warns of soaring digital addiction in teens, as experts link it to family and education problems and say bans on social media alone are not enough.

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Italy reviews progress on Mattei Plan at Africa summit in Ethiopia

The summit marks the first time the biennial Italy-Africa meeting has been held on the African continent since the Mattei Plan was launched in Rome in January 2024.

Italy

Jamaica bobsleigh team continues Cool Runnings legacy at Winter Games

Jamaica's iconic bobsleigh team — which inspired the hit film Cool Runnings — will make its tenth Winter Olympics appearance at Milano Cortina 2026.

Culture news

Inside 'La Casa dei Grifi' one of Rome's most ancient homes

Discovered in 1912 and closed to visitors for more than a century, Rome’s "Casa dei Grifi" will open to the public in March. Euronews visited the site on the Palatine Hill ahead of its official opening.

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Colosseum's Commodus Passage reopens after extensive restoration work

The passage, constructed somewhere between the years 90 and 98, allowed emperors to get to their seats without having to use the main entrances, the vomitoria, through which the masses would spew forth into the Colosseum.

Culture news

Does the passing of Valentino mark the end of an era?

Valentino Garavani - both as designer and as businessman - was one of the few remaining figures who paved the way for Italy’s fashion golden era which defined global luxury. His death raises the question of whether the "Made in Italy" fashion model can thrive in a changing global market

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Italian broadcast workers union calls for Eurovision 2026 boycott

The USB union at Italy's state broadcaster RAI has begun a petition calling for Italy to boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s participation. It's seeking 3,000 signatures and urging RAI to follow five other countries in quitting the song competition.

World News

'The EU remains vital to the US,' says ECR co-chair Procaccini

At Atreju 2025, Friday's highlights included a panel with Nicola Procaccini, co-chair of the ECR group dedicated to climate change, followed by a speech by Palestinian National Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.

Italy

Abducted Ukrainian children recount dark reality of Russian captivity

For the first time since Russia’s all-out war, a delegation of Ukrainian children formerly abducted by Russian forces met the press in Rome on Wednesday. A senior official from Zelenskyy’s office said Ukraine wants to formalise the Vatican’s role as mediator to help secure the release of civilians.

Italy

Zelenskyy no-show in Italy: Deliberate snub or tight schedule?

While speculation has been rife in some Italian papers about the reasons behind Zelenskyy not making a stop in Italy, one senior researcher in comments to Euronews said the reason was probably far more mundane.

Economy

Italian firms in Russia lead to €1bn boost for Kremlin war coffers

Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Italian companies paid over €1 billion in taxes to Russia, half of which went to military spending to finance the ongoing destruction of Ukraine.

Economy

Italian budget: Politicians clash over tax raise on short-term rentals

The 2026 budget plan, worth around €18 billion, is expected to reach Parliament in the coming days. It includes a wide range of measures such as an income tax cut and bonuses for working mothers. More divisive, however, is a proposal to increase the flat tax on short-term rentals.

World News

Italy's beach tourism: A sector in crisis or changing taste?

Empty beaches and high prices have been making headlines this summer in Italy. Industry groups report a significant drop in visitors, but managers and associations disagree over the real cause.

Europe News

EU vows to protect Ukrainian culture as Russia targets over 500 sites

Moscow has destroyed or damaged more than 500 cultural sites in Ukraine, according to UNESCO. The EU has allocated an additional €2 million to support the cultural sector.

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European leaders urge investment in Ukraine at Rome conference

The two-day event is expected to finalise individual deals of guarantees and grants to unlock more than €10 billion in investments, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni said.

Culture news

Dolce & Gabbana exhibition in Rome: Love letter to Italian culture

Dolce & Gabbana’s latest exhibition, From the Heart to the Hands, has arrived in Rome - and it’s nothing short of a love letter to the Italian culture. After Milan and Paris, the immersive show now welcomes visitors to the Italian capital, offering a deep dive into the creative soul of the brand.

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