Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed support for Ukraine, trying to dispel concerns that Italy could undercut Europe’s opposition to the Russian invasion.
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As Inflation Stalks Europe, Leaders Shudder
The downfall of Britain’s prime minister served as a warning to all of the political peril that awaits those who fail to address the erosion of living standards, no matter the cause.
Berlusconi, Caught on Tape Gushing Over Putin, Heightens Anxiety About Italy
Silvio Berlusconi, the former Italian leader and linchpin of the incoming right-wing government, blames Ukraine’s president for pushing President Vladimir V. Putin to invade.
Italy’s Next Government Hinges on a Familiar Face: Silvio Berlusconi
Giorgia Meloni’s likely turn as prime minister will depend on support from the billionaire media mogul. So may the health of Italian democracy.
The Politics of Grievance
We look at Italy, the largest country in western Europe to elect a far-right government in decades.
Four Young Leaders Explain Their Roles in the Global Democracy Movement
Four young leaders explain how they became involved in the global democracy movement and what they have learned so far.
Your Tuesday Briefing
Europe balks at Italy’s rightward turn.
Giorgia Meloni’s Election Win in Italy: Here’s What To Know
Giorgia Meloni, leader of the hard-right Brothers of Italy, looked set to become prime minister after her party garnered more votes than any other.
Meloni Faces Early Test of Italy’s Resolve on Russia and Ukraine
The hard-right leader Giorgia Meloni has been a full-throated supporter of Ukraine, but her coalition partners have sounded like apologists for Vladimir V. Putin.
Giorgia Meloni Wins Voting in Italy, in Breakthrough for Europe’s Hard Right
Her nationalist party was the top vote-getter, leaving Ms. Meloni poised to be Italy’s first female prime minister and the first with post-Fascist roots.