Giuseppe Conte’s new coalition government passed its first hurdle as he vowed to leave “explosive, belligerent statements behind.”
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With New Cabinet, Italy’s Head-Spinning Political Turmoil Ends, for Now
Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, who salvaged his position with an unlikely coalition with the rival Democratic Party, presented his new cabinet to the president.
Italy’s Politics Go to the Beach
For decades, immigrant peddlers have been part of the familiar fabric of the Italian summer vacation. It’s no longer so simple.
New Government Takes Shape in Italy, Sidelining Salvini and the Hard Right
The turnabout in Italy’s politics was as a relief to the European establishment. But the new coalition may prove no more stable, or less conflict-ridden, than the one it replaces.
Italy, Syria, Hong Kong: Your Wednesday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know.
After Desperate Migrants Jump Ship, Italy Allows Rescue Vessel to Dock
A ship carrying more than 80 migrants stranded at sea for nearly three weeks must be allowed to dock in Italy, a prosecutor ordered on Tuesday, ending a crisis that had grown more dire by the day.
Italy’s Government Collapses, Turning Chaos Into Crisis
A power play by the popular interior minister, Matteo Salvini, imploded the coalition. But for now, the election he wants remains just out of reach.
Spain Will Send Ship to Italy to Rescue Stranded Migrants
The decision came as at least 15 migrants tried to swim to shore, and a charity warned of conditions on the vessel that were “out of control.”
Italy’s Government Faces a Confidence Vote Where Nothing Is Certain
Matteo Salvini, the popular interior minister, would like very much to go to elections. But the majority of members of Parliament are in no rush.
Salvini’s Standoff at Sea Highlights Italy’s War on Rescue Ships
The interior minister, who may bring down the government and force new elections, finds another opportunity to score political points over migration.