No survivors in incident near Castel Guelfo
Zeta Italy News The helicopter crash occurred on February 5 at 7:20 PM. None of the three people on board survived. Among them was Lorenzo Rovagnati, CEO of the well-known salami company. Firefighters and paramedics are working through the wreckage to recover the remaining victims. The causes remain unknown as authorities launch the first investigations.
Alberto Trentini: positive health update amid venezuelan detention
According to ANSA, sources close to Venezuelan authorities have confirmed “solid evidence” of the good health of Alberto Trentini, the young Venetian aid worker detained in Venezuela since November 15. Trentini was arrested while traveling from Caracas to Guasdalito. His family continues to mobilize for his release, with initiatives including a vigil in Venice on Saturday.
Spyware scandal: Government denies intelligence surveillance
Italy rejects claims of spying on journalists after a high-level spyware attack targeted seven Italian phone numbers. Among the victims is Luca Casarini, activist and co-founder of Mediterranea Saving Humans, an NGO focused on rescuing migrants at sea. Investigations continue, while authorities stress no intelligence involvement.
Thousands of fake drugs Seized with Shield V operation
The Shield V operation, aimed at combating pharmaceutical crime, seized over 2 million euros worth of medicines and doping substances in Italy. It led to 23 arrests, 138 reports, and the shutdown of 286 illegal drug-selling websites. The operation involved 30 countries, with Italy’s NAS and Customs Agency participating.
Massive tax fraud scheme uncovered in Italy
The Guardia di Finanza in Reggio Emilia has uncovered a criminal organization involved in a tax fraud scheme worth over 100 million euros. The operation, named “Ombromanto,” targeted 400 companies, both real and fictitious, with 179 individuals under investigation. A nationwide sweep led to 91 searches across Italy, from Turin to Crotone, focusing on 87 individuals and 4 companies.
Mattarella urges protection of global peace organizations
In his speech at Aix-Marseille University, the Italian president Sergio Mattarella compared Russia’s war in Ukraine to the “Third Reich’s project in Europe” and emphasized the importance of defending international organizations to maintain peace, against those who want to abandon them.
Female genital mutilation awareness lacks in healthcare
Approximately 80,000 women in Italy, including 7,000 minors, underwent female genital mutilation. Research of The National Institute of Health and the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore shows that 60% of Italian healthcare professionals lack proper training on the issue. The study recommends establishing a national observatory and implementing specialized training.
Gucci and Sabato De Sarno end collaboration
The global luxury group Kering announced that Sabato De Sarno will no longer serve as Gucci’s creative director after two years in the role. Having debuted his first collection in September 2023, De Sarno will not lead the brand’s upcoming Milan Fashion Week show in February.
Milano-Cortina 2026: one year to the Winter Olympics
With one year to go until the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Italian officials gathered in Milan to mark the milestone. At Teatro Strehler, IOC President Thomas Bach symbolically handed invitations to national Olympic committees. Milan’s Mayor Giuseppe Sala emphasized the Games’ role beyond sports, highlighting sustainability and community engagement.
Milan defeats Roma reaching semifinals
Milan won 3-1 against Roma, advancing to the semifinals. Tammy Abraham scored twice for Roma, with Artem Dovbyk pulling one back for them. Milan sealed the win with Joao Felix’s goal in the 72nd minute.
