On Saturday, an Italian prosecutor requested a six-year prison sentence for Matteo Salvini, the leader of the right-wing “League” party for his 2019 decision to prevent over 100 migrants from …
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On an action day conducted on 2nd September 2024 across Romania, law enforcement executed 40 search warrants and intercepted 19 migrant smugglers, members of a criminal network. Europol supported this …
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European Elections 2024POLITICS
Italy and Lithuania Face Deadline Crunch for European Commission Nominations
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni temporarily interrupted her summer holiday to discuss Italy’s nomination for the European Commissioner role with Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini. Italy has yet to decide …
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Situated near Lake Como, in the hamlet of Magreglio, the hill derives its name from a legend involving a Marian apparition, which has woven itself into local lore and global …
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Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has committed to revitalising relations with China during her first visit to Beijing since assuming office. Kicking off her five-day trip, Meloni met with Chinese …
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The European Union has initiated an excessive deficit procedure (EDP) against seven member states following a Council of the European Union meeting on Friday. The procedure targets France, Italy, Belgium, …
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Giorgia Meloni’s Party Voted Against Second Term for von der Leyen for Domestic Political Reasons
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s decision not to support Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as European Commission chief was influenced by concerns over losing her rightwing grassroots …
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POLITICSEuropean Elections 2024
Italy May Withhold Support for Estonian Prime Minister as EU Foreign Affairs Chief
Italy’s ruling party has expressed concerns that appointing Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas as the EU foreign affairs chief would grant her excessive influence, given the new balance of power …
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has emerged victorious in the European Elections, consolidating her political influence both domestically and on the European stage. This win marks a significant milestone for …
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Sir Graham Watson: “Why I Am Running in Italy for The European Parliament”
Married to an Italian for over 30 years and with two children who are dual nationals, I did not until recently seek an Italian passport, writes former British MEP Sir …