Prioritize peace over strain
Zeta Italy News Foreign minister Antonio Tajani downplays tensions between Trump and Zelensky, urging focus on peace over rhetoric. Speaking to Radio 24, he stressed that Italy does not share aggressive language and called for composure, noting that diplomatic clashes are normal and should not distract from broader goals.
Nuclear bill awaits approval
Environment Minister Gilberto Pichetto announced that the nuclear energy bill is ready and will be presented at an upcoming Council of ministers meeting. It may be introduced alongside the energy bill decree, pending Economy Ministry approval, possibly within ten days.
Restrictions only in exceptional cases for future pandemic crisis
The new National Pandemic Plan, sent to the State-Regions Conference, acknowledges vaccines but not as the sole countermeasure. It allows personal freedom restrictions only in “exceptional pandemics” and excludes the use of administrative acts for coercive measures, requiring laws that respect constitutional principles.
La Russa defends son and trusts judiciary amid investigation
The case, drawing public attention, remains under investigation by Milanese prosecutors. Senate President Ignazio La Russa broke his silence on the sexual assault investigation involving his son, Leonardo Apache. He affirmed his belief in his son’s innocence while trusting the judiciary.
The Holy Father convalescing from his bilateral pneumonia
On his seventh day at Gemelli Hospital, Pope Francis is recovering well. The Vatican reports that he spent a peaceful night and had breakfast in his chair. Despite his illness, he continues light work, including reading, signing documents, and making calls with close collaborators.
Campari plans cost cuts, possible job reductions
While the company confirms restructuring, it has not confirmed the exact numbers, stating that evaluations are still ongoing. New Campari CEO Simon Hunt is working on a cost-cutting plan that could reduce the workforce by 10%, affecting 500 jobs globally, including 100 in Italy.
Doha ATP 500: Marco Berrettini vs Jack Draper
Matteo Berrettini returns to the quarterfinals on concrete versus Jack Draper, the Roman tennis player is one of the best in the ATP 500. Beaten Tiller Griekspoor, in three sets, hard win after two and a half hours of play: 7-6, 6-7, 6-4.
Psv Eindhoven wins against Juventus
After Milan and Atalanta, a new Italian football team is eliminated from the Champions League. Timothy Weah’s goal is not enough for Juventus, the Dutch players score three goals and captain Locatelli admits: “They wanted it more, qualification thrown away”. For Europa League, the As Roma team awaits Portuguese club, Porto, at the Olimpico stadium.
Renzo Piano appeals for protection of cinemas in Rome
He warns that the ongoing push for their conversion threatens urban vitality, as these spaces offer essential “oxygen” in cities increasingly crowded with cars, malls, and hotels. Internationally renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano, in an appeal published by La Repubblica, urges the preservation of cinemas in Rome, calling them vital cultural spaces.
L’Arte dei Papi: a major exhibition at Castel Sant’Angelo
From March 6 to August 31, Rome’s Castel Sant’Angelo will host L’Arte dei Papi, dal Perugino al Barocci. Organized by the European Center for Tourism and Culture, the exhibition will be presented on February 20, at 5 PM at Castel Sant’Angelo.
