The arrangement, widely criticized by human rights groups, is part of the Italian government’s efforts to send the message that many undocumented migrants will not be allowed directly into the country.
Author: Elisabetta Povoledo and Gaia Pianigiani
Matteo Messina Denaro, Long-Sought Italian Mafia Boss, Dies at 61
A high-ranking member of the Cosa Nostra, he was arrested in January after decades on the run. He was found through medical records related to his cancer treatment.
Berlusconi Seizes Italy’s Attention Even in Death
A day after Silvio Berlusconi’s death, some Italians said goodbye, others said good riddance, and many debated whether the billionaire and former prime minister did more good or bad for Italy.
Floods in Northern Italy Kill at Least 14
At least 14 people died and thousands were left homeless after some areas received half their annual rainfall in 36 hours in a region that had only recently finished rebuilding after a 2012 earthquake.
Some Women Fear Giorgia Meloni’s Far-Right Agenda Will Set Italy Back
Some fear that the hard-right politician, whose party is expected to be the big winner in the election on Sunday, will continue policies that have kept women back.
Benedict Admits Being at Meeting About Priest Accused of Abuse
A statement by the former pope contradicted a previous statement to a law firm investigating allegations of child sex abuse by priests when he was an archbishop.
Crash in Italy Caused by Cable and Brake Failure, Investigators Say
Charges including manslaughter and negligence are being considered following the accident in northern Italy that killed 14 people on Sunday.
Rescue Ship Poses New Test for Italy’s Hard-Line Migrant Policies
The Sea Watch 3, seeking to disembark 42 people it picked up off Libya, has entered Italian waters off the island of Lampedusa, in defiance of new legislation.