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Europeans express mixed reactions on Trump and EU support for Ukraine

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine entered its three-year mark this week, Europeans are expressing mixed views about the EU’s continued support for Ukraine and US President Donald Trump’s moves to end the conflict, our correspondents report.

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Around 112 migrants rescued off Libya's coast reach Tuscany, Italy

According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), at least 129 people trying to reach Europe have already disappeared or died in the Mediterranean so far this year.

Culture news

Frescoes discovered at Pompeii shed light on Bacchanalian mysteries

Life-sized Pompeii paintings give new insight into religious practices in the ancient city.

Lifestyle

Zombies on the catwalk: Milan Fashion Week in pictures

At Milan Fashion Week, Diesel once again stunned audiences by evoking a zombie apocalypse with its Fall-Winter 2025-26 collection.

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Italy

US military base in Italy locked down over 'security incident'

Personnel working at the Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily were instructed to take shelter where they were.

Culture news

Greece and Italy to receive artefacts worth over €2 million from U`S

The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has announced the recovery of ancient artefacts worth a staggering $2.2 million (€2.1 million), which will be returned to Greece and Italy.

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Vatican business continues as ill Pope Francis has meeting in hospital

The 88-year-old was well enough to meet senior Vatican colleagues in hospital despite still being in critical condition with double pneumonia.

Cinema

Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg petition to save Rome’s cinemas

Hollywood titans have appealed to Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni to block a new law that could turn Rome's oldest cinemas into shopping centers.

Business

UAE set to invest billions in Italy as countries seek closer ties

Apart from energy and tech, the UAE is also expected to invest heavily in Italy’s defence and security sector. The deal will involve joint military production and the sharing of information.

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Experts warn of risks as Mount Etna attracts more visitors

Authorities urge tourists to keep a safe distance from Mount Etna’s lava flows after its latest eruption, warning of sudden explosions, toxic gases, and unstable terrain.

Culture news

‘Monumental’ pre-Roman necropolis uncovered in northern Italy

A remarkable Iron Age necropolis, dating back more than 2,500 years, has been unearthed in the northern Italian city of Trento.

Culture news

Placebo's Brian Molko charged with defamation against Italian PM

After branding the Italian prime minister a 'fascist and a racist' during a concert in 2023, Placebo's lead singer Brian Molko has been charged with defamation.

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Spectacular eruption of Mount Etna, flights diverted in Catania

Mount Etna in Sicily has been active since 12 February, spewing ash and causing flights to Catania to be diverted. The authorities are calling for caution.

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Thousands of hikers climb Sicily's Mount Etna to witness eruption

Mount Etna's first 2025 eruption has intensified, producing substantial lava flows and ash emissions which disrupted air traffic around Sicily on Monday.

Italy

3.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Naples overnight

Over the past three days, more than 10 seismic events of magnitude greater than 2 have been recorded in the area.

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Venice Carnival 2025: a colourful nautical parade to start it

Venice Carnival 2025, celebrating the 300th anniversary of Casanova's birth, opened with a nautical parade of more than 100 boats along the Grand Canal.

Culture news

Olly conquers hearts with 'Bittersweet Nostalgia' at Sanremo festival

The 23-year-old singer-songwriter took home the top prize with his song 'Bittersweet nostalgia' - and he'll now automatically qualify for Eurovision.

Italy

Carnival celebrations kick off in Italy

Multiple Italian cities are planning carnival events for the days and weeks ahead. In Venice and Viareggio, the celebrations have already begun.

Culture news

Sanremo: A historical guide to Italy's most popular song contest

With 75 years of history, Sanremo is the longest-running song contest ever and perhaps the most important in the world. Not only music, the festival also reflects Italian current affairs and represents a beloved collective cultural ritual.

World News

Valentine's Day in Europe: From cheese hearts to lion love stories

In Naples, red horns — an iconic Neapolitan symbol of prosperity, love and fortune -- are preferred over flowers and chocolates.

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