ICC order against Netanyahu and Gallant splits politics
Zeta Italy News The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and ex-Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant. “I believe I can consider the ruling wrong, and I think it is”, argued Minister of Defence Guido Crosetto in the TV program Porta a Porta. “It puts the Israeli Prime Minister and Hamas’s head on the same level”, but “Italy respects international law” he added. “He is welcomed,” commented Transport Minister Matteo Salvini.
Clashes erupt between right and left wing student groups at La Sapienza University
At La Sapienza University in Rome, fights broke out between left-wing student groups and the right-wing student group Azione Universitaria. The trouble started near the Faculty of Law when the two groups clashed on campus when right-wing students handing out flyers were stopped by left-wing activists. During the chaos, a security guard was hit on the head with a bottle. The clashes later continued near the Faculty of Economics.
InpsServizi hit by malware attack, restoration efforts underway
InpsServizi, an Italian administrative accounting service, was hit by a ransomware attack that caused some servers to stop working, making certain tools and client data temporarily unavailable. The incident has been reported to the authorities, and investigations are ongoing. The Contact Center, which provides support, was not affected and is still working. Efforts are being made to fix the affected systems quickly and safely.
Italian citizen arrested in Egypt, mother has lost contact
Italo-Egyptian actor Elanain Sharif was arrested in Cairo on November 9, as he landed. He is in a prison in Alexandria, but his mother is having trouble contacting him. He spent the first days in Cairo in “inhumane conditions”, his lawyer denounces. “Unable to sleep, he could only lie down for half an hour. To sit in a chair, even for a few minutes, he had to pay” he added. The reason for the arrest is still unclear.
Baby goes back to his mother after American father took him away
A baby has been handed over to his mother by California authorities, the Ministry of Foreign affair announces. He was taken by his American father on August 30th, during a vacation in the Puglia region. The judge has decided on temporary custody of the mother. A second judge will decide on the application of the Hague International Convention and who will have permanent custody of him.
Raffaele Ventura’s sentence for 1977 murder declared expired, European arrest warrant revoked
Raffaele Ventura, a former member of a left-wing terrorist organization, has had his sentence for the 1977 murder of Antonio Custra deemed expired due to the passage of time. The Milan Court ruled that the remaining 14 years of his sentence are no longer valid, clearing the way for his return to Italy. Ventura, who has lived in France for more than 40 years, was part of a group originally targeted for extradition, but French courts refused the request.
Mattarella thanks the winners of Balzan Prize
President Sergio Mattarella highlighted the significance of scientific research during the Balzan Prize ceremony at the Quirinale. He thanked the four recipients of the esteemed award, pointing out that, despite their diverse areas of study, they are united by a common purpose: the value of research, the progress of knowledge, and the betterment of humanity. Mattarella stressed that this message is particularly crucial and meaningful in today’s world.
Tourist cap in Venice: public prosecutors investigates unauthorized websites
Venezia’s QR-code system for regulating tourism might be at risk. The Venice Public Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation against it. Some websites were apparently generating fraudulent QR codes, functioning as valid tickets that bypassed the 5€ access fee. The charge brought forward is aggravated fraud against the municipality. Authorities at Ca’ Farsetti, the seat of Venice’s local government, are closely monitoring the inquiry as it unfolds.
Davis Cup: Italy in semifinals, Berrettini-Sinner show
Tennis fans have long dreamt for this couple. Matteo Berrettini and Jannik Sinner clinched a 2-1 victory against the Argentine team of Maximo Gonzalez and Andres Molteni. Their fluid teamwork in the final doubles match of the Davis Cup was key. In the earlier singles, Sinner overpowered his opponent in fifteen minutes after Berrettini’s loss. “I worked so hard to be here, but this is just the first step,” said Berrettini after the game.
Italy’s Vermiglio enters the race for Best international feature at the Oscars
The Italian film Vermiglio by Maura Delpero has been selected among 85 countries to compete for the Oscar for Best International Feature Film. The shortlist of 15 films will be announced on December 17, with the final nominees revealed on January 17, 2025. The Oscars ceremony will take place on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
