1️⃣ Orban’s Rome Visit Deepens Rift Over Ukraine as Nationalist Bloc Gains Momentum
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán met with Italian leaders Giorgia Meloni and Matteo Salvini in Rome to discuss tensions within the EU over Ukraine, trade, immigration, and foreign policy. Orbán criticized the EU’s stance on the war, calling its influence “null,” and urged direct negotiations with Russia. His meetings also highlighted growing coordination among nationalist and Eurosceptic leaders, as Orbán’s advisor revealed plans to strengthen an emerging anti-Ukrainian alliance with Slovakia and the Czech Republic, following recent political shifts in Central Europe.
Source: ANSA
2️⃣ Italy’s €14 Billion EU Defense Plan Faces Personnel Shortage
The Italian government aims to allocate 80% of its €14 billion EU defense fund to heavy equipment and 20% to drones. However, a study by the Aspen Institute warns of a significant shortfall in military personnel, estimating a need for an additional 40,000 soldiers. Leonardo’s CEO, Alessandro Pontecorvo, highlights the urgency, stating that a cyberattack is thwarted every 20 minutes, underscoring the necessity for robust defense capabilities.
Source: Il Corriere
3️⃣ Approved New Italian Decree to Strengthen Workplace Safety Measures
The Italian Council of Ministers has approved a decree on workplace safety introducing, among other measures, a digital site badge with a unique anti-counterfeiting code for all workers in contracting and subcontracting firms to automatically track presence on work sites.
Source: ANSA
4️⃣ Bambino Gesù Hospital Marks 40 years as IRCCS
The Bambino Gesù pediatric hospital in Rome celebrated four decades as an IRCCS (Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization, and Healthcare) with the “La Ricerca × la Cura” event. The celebration was attended by high-level figures, including the Vatican Secretary of State and Italy’s Health Minister, underscoring the hospital’s blend of scientific innovation and humanitarian mission.
Source: Ospedale Bambino Gesù
5️⃣ Activists Storm Ca’ Foscari Lecture, Fiano Silenced Amid Zionism Protest
Communist Youth disrupt Fiano’s lecture at Ca’ Foscari University in Venice, protesting Zionism and preventing the former PD deputy from speaking. About forty activists displayed banners and chanted, forcing the relocation of the event. Political leaders across parties condemned the disruption, expressing solidarity with Fiano.
Source: Il Manifesto
6️⃣ Parents Protest in Brescia After School Charges to View Children’s Work
At the Istituto Comprensivo Nord 2 di Brescia, around 1,600 families were told that to see their children’s written class assignments they must submit a formal access request and pay between €0.25 and €1 per page. Parents criticised the measure as excessive bureaucracy and called for clarification of whether the procedure is compliant with transparency rules
Source: Tgcom
7️⃣ Feminicide in Verona: Man Arrested After Stabbing Ex-Partner
In Castelnuovo del Garda, a city near Verona, a woman was fatally stabbed by her ex-partner, who had previously been arrested in April. The victim had withdrawn her earlier complaint.
Source: ANSA
8️⃣ Inter Goalkeeper Involved in Fatal Accident Near Como
Reserve goalkeeper, Josep Martínez, accidentally struck and killed an 81-year-old man in a wheelchair in Fenegrò, near Como. The victim died instantly, and early reports suggest Martínez may have suffered a medical episode and was unaware of the impact.
Source: Il Giorno
9️⃣ Italy Faces Risk of Losing 20% of Its Beaches by 2050
Rising sea levels, flooding risks, and urban pressure could result in Italy losing approximately 20% of its beaches by 2050, with 800,000 people at risk of displacement.
Source: ANSA
🔟 Influenza Season Begins with Aggressive Strain
Italy has begun to see cases of a stronger-than-expected influenza virus this season. Health authorities warn of early outbreaks and increased risk. In addition, officials advise vaccination, preventive measures, and attention to vulnerable groups.
Source: La Repubblica
