Meloni and Tajani on Jeddah talks: key step toward peace
Zeta Italy News: EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa, and Italy’s Meloni and Tajani praised the Jeddah talks, supporting the U.S.-Ukraine ceasefire proposal and renewed aid to Kyiv. Costa sees it as key for lasting peace, with Europe playing a role in future negotiations. The next move is up to Moscow.
Conte on Scutellà Case: “A political fraud”
M5S leader Giuseppe Conte criticized Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani in Parliament, accusing him of prioritizing party interests over urgent issues like inflation. Conte denounced the replacement of M5S MP Elisa Scutellà with FI’s Andrea Gentile, calling it a “fraud” involving 200 recovered ballots.
Chiara Poggi case: Stasi hopes for truth as investigations reopen
Alberto Stasi remains confident in justice as new investigations reopen in Pavia, focusing on Andrea Sempio. His lawyer, Giada Bocellari, stresses they will not rush a retrial request, awaiting DNA analysis results. Meanwhile, Chiara Poggi’s family is shocked, fearing renewed pain after 18 years.
Husband under investigation for wife’s death
Daniele Re, 40, has been placed under investigation for voluntary manslaughter and family abuse following the death of his wife, Ramona Rinaldi, 39, found dead on February 21. Initially thought to be suicide, further investigation has raised suspicions, with Re denying any involvement.
Pope Francis’ condition remains serious but stable
The Vatican reports he had a restful night, with stable conditions and continued therapy. Despite these positive signs, his overall health remains complex, necessitating ongoing hospitalization. Pope Francis, hospitalized at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital since February 14 due to bilateral pneumonia from a polymicrobial infection, has shown slight improvements.
Final judgment for Italian trappers
Baby Gang received 2 years and 9 months, while Simba La Rue was sentenced to 4 years and 6 months. Supreme Court confirmed the sentences for trappers Baby Gang (Zaccaria Mouhib) and Simba La Rue (Mohamed Lamine Saida) over a July 2022 shooting in Milan’s Corso Como area. The court rejected an appeal to reinstate robbery charges against some defendants.
Pordenone to be Italy’s Capital of Culture in 2027
As decided by the jury led by Davide Maria Desario, Pordenone has been chosen as the Italian Capital of Culture for 2027. The announcement was made during a ceremony at the Ministry of Culture, with Minister Alessandro Giuli in attendance.
La Sapienza ranks first globally in classical studies
This achievement highlights the university’s excellence in classical studies and its commitment to preserving and advancing knowledge in these disciplines according to the latest QS World University Rankings, La Sapienza University of Rome has once again been ranked first worldwide in the field of Classics and Ancient History.
Rubens and Baglione at Capodimonte: two 17th-century masterpieces on display
The Capodimonte Museum welcomes two great 17th-century artworks: “Saint Sebastian Tended by Angels” by Rubens and “Sacred and Profane Love” by Baglione. As part of an exchange with the National Galleries of Rome, these masterpieces will be on display until July, offering visitors a unique Baroque art experience.
Inter advances to Champions League quarter-finals
Thuram scored early, but Moder equalized with a penalty. Inter Milan defeated Feyenoord 2-1 at San Siro, securing a 4-1 aggregate victory. Calhanoglu’s second-half penalty sealed the win. In the next round, Inter will face Bayern Munich.
