Debate grows in Italy over stripping citizenship from foreign-born criminals
"Citizenship cannot be for life," said Deputy Prime Minister and League leader Matteo Salvini, who has presented the bill.
Venice Biennale unleashes cultural rift on Italian right
In recent months, several prominent conservative intellectuals have voiced concerns about what they describe as the government's lack of a coherent long-term cultural strategy.
EU aid set to become a lever against partners of Russia and Iran
The European Union is one of the world's largest providers of external assistance.
Italy and Albania reaffirm migrantion deal amid doubts over its future
Meloni has repeatedly framed the agreement not only as a tool for protecting Italy's national borders.
EU foreign affairs chief Kallas: ‘Huge defence funds but European industry not increasing output’
The European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, has warned that Europe’s defence industry is not increasing production in…
Italy prepares for a nuclear return
Italy is preparing its most significant return to nuclear energy in nearly four decades, marking a major shift in the country’s industrial and energy strategy under Prime…
EU considers military mission in Lebanon as UNIFIL prepares to withdraw
The plan was outlined by Kaja Kallas, the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, ahead of a meeting of EU foreign and defence ministers in Brussels.
Albania says it will not renew migration deal with Italy
The agreement allows Rome to process certain asylum claims in facilities on Albanian territory.
Switzerland to vote on limiting immigration
A referendum could soon push Switzerland towards significantly stricter migration policies and potentially place its bilateral agreements with the European Union on free movement…
Armenia’s EU pivot faces election test
High-level sources within the Armenian Government have told Brussels Signal that Yerevan is ready to sign a peace treaty with Azerbaijan at any moment.
US Secretary of State Rubio meets Italy PM Meloni amid tensions in relations
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome during a closely watched visit to Italy. The trip.
Meloni and Magyar meet ‘convinced that Italy and Hungary will continue to work together‘
Italian Prime Minister and Hungary’s newly elected Prime Minister met in what analysts see as an effort to preserve strong bilateral ties following Viktor Orbán’s electoral…
Germany: Censorship row erupts after AfD’s Höcke interview
A fierce free-speech controversy has erupted in Germany after senior Social Democrat leader Saskia Esken called for what she described as an effective “blacklisting” of…
Armenian activists accuse EU of “hypocrisy” over biased human rights stance favouring pro-EU allies
“It is hypocritical for the EU to support democracy, human rights, and a dignified life for Ukrainians in their own country, but not for Armenians.
Azerbaijan cuts ties with European Parliament as Brussels’ energy realism holds
Azerbaijan suspended institutional co-operation with the European Parliament on May 1, accusing Brussels of interference in its sovereignty over Nagorno-Karabakh.
Pro-migrant Italian MEP removed as mayor after migration-related conviction
Italian left-wing MEP Mimmo Lucano, widely known as the “pro-migrant mayor” for his refugee reception policies, has been removed from his role as Mayor of Riace.
Inside Europe’s propaganda apparatus: Thomas Fazi exposes how the EU influences media, NGOs, and universities
“The European Union is facing a geopolitical crisis that is difficult to reverse.
Armenia’s elections may pivot it towards the EU amid accusations of illiberal drift
Armenia’s upcoming elections to appoint its next prime minister may have significant implications for the European Union, particularly in the context of its fragile relations…
Italy’s Liberation Day marred by clashes over Israel and Ukraine
Italy’s Liberation Day celebrations were shaken by tensions as demonstrations marking April 25 — the anniversary of the country’s liberation from Fascist rule — were…
Italy’s Dep PM Salvini urges EU fiscal flexibility amid rising energy costs and inflation
Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has renewed his call for the European Union to ease fiscal constraints, arguing that current budget rules limit governments’…
EU considers visa ban for Russian soldiers who fought in Ukraine
The European Union is considering restricting entry into the Schengen area for Russian nationals who have taken part in the war in Ukraine, as discussions among member states…
EU court adviser backs Italy’s migrant return policy and Albania ‘hotspots’ plan
The Advocate General of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has delivered a significant legal opinion supporting Italy’s approach to returning irregular migrants,…
Italian Senate President calls to honour fascist soldiers on Liberation Day
Italy's Senate President Ignazio La Russa said that, in the context of this year’s Liberation Day celebrations on April 25, it would be appropriate to also commemorate the…
Trump envoy pushes FIFA to dump Iran for Italy at 2026 World Cup
A senior envoy to US President Donald Trump has urged the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) to consider excluding Iran from the 2026 World Cup and replacing…
Mossad admits agent died in Iran-focused covert operation in Italy
Israel’s Mossad has revealed that one of its senior agents was killed in Italy during an intelligence operation against Iran.
Meloni insulted on Russian state TV: Italy summons ambassador as tensions with Moscow flare
Tensions between Italy and Russia have escalated sharply in recent hours, further straining already fragile relations between the two countries, after a Kremlin-linked television…
EU rejects suspension of Israel Agreement amid internal divisions
The European Union has rejected a push by several member states to suspend its Association Agreement with Israel.
Is Berlusconi’s Forza Italia moving away from conservatism?
Two prominent Mediaset journalists have challenged the Berlusconi family, adding momentum to an ongoing debate about a possible strategic shift in their political and media…
Brussels prepares to engage with Taliban on Afghan deportations
The European Commission is moving toward opening a direct channel of communication with the Taliban.
Milan rally shows European Right seeking unity amid Orbán setback
In Italian, there is a saying: “The elephant in the china shop” — something obvious and problematic that everyone can see but no one addresses for fear of causing damage.