The Italian prime minister was a rare leader to be fortified by the vote for the European Parliament. This week she has a chance to show her influence on an even broader stage.
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Giorgia Meloni Solidifies Her Credentials in Europe
The Italian prime minister helped persuade the Hungarian leader, Viktor Orban, to go along with a landmark fund for Ukraine. It was a big moment for Europe. And for her.
Hundreds Sentenced to Prison in Italian Mob Trial
The outcome on Monday marked a blow to the criminal syndicate ‘Ndrangheta and some of its top-ranking mobsters with ties to international drug syndicates.
Italy Misses a #MeToo Moment in Prime Minister Meloni’s Breakup
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni dumped her partner after leaks about come-ons to colleagues. But workplace harassment is still being taken for granted.
Berlusconi Bequeaths a Warehouse of Art Befitting the Man
The Italian media mogul bought up some 25,000 paintings, many on TV shopping binges, before he died this year. Now no one knows what to do with them.
Giorgio Napolitano, Italian Post-Communist Pillar, Dies at 98
He served for 38 years in Parliament and, after being elected president at a critical moment in Italy’s fortunes, helped stabilize the country.
Are the Trump Indictments a Turning Point? History Says Not Likely.
The latest indictment of former President Donald J. Trump takes the United States to an uncharted place in its history. But other countries’ histories suggest that the prosecution of leaders accused of wrongdoing cannot fix underlying problems.
Are the Trump Indictments a Turning Point? History Says Not Likely.
The latest indictment of former President Donald J. Trump takes the United States to an uncharted place in its history. But other countries’ histories suggest that the prosecution of leaders accused of wrongdoing cannot fix underlying problems.
Berlusconi’s Legacy Lives On Beyond Italy’s Borders
Silvio Berlusconi rose when political parties were weakened and carried on through a cascade of scandals. Leaders like Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro have had similar trajectories.
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.