The Latest Breaking News from Giorgia Meloni

The far-right Meloni, who spoke at a think tank gala, has proven to be a more conventional leader than expected.

Choice of recipient and presenter causes anger at council as Italy’s far-right PM renews links with Trump allies

Costly and lethal efforts at deterrence will not stem migration. Keir Starmer should look to human rights and the nation’s ‘bonds of affection’, not be supporting authoritarian regimes

Under Giorgia Meloni’s plan, Albania will process asylum claims for Italy. Successful claimants will be moved to Italy, while those from safe countries will be returned home

Today on Critical Materials: Europe enters freakout mode over ICE ban, Italy fears it's "self-destructive," and BMW and Redwood team up to recycle batteries

The European Commission president’s new team reflects her ruthlessness in crushing critics, rewarding loyalty and showing who is the boss

Meloni government accused of lacking will to confront climate crisis as floods cause havoc in Emilia-Romagna

The long read: She’s been called a neo-fascist and a danger to Italy. But she has won over many heads of Europe, including the UK prime minister. Should we be worried?

When Paola Egonu, born in Italy to Nigerian parents, won a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympic games volleyball tournament, a dormant discussion in Italian politics was reignited. Egonu only [became an Italian citizen at the age of 14], after her father naturalised as Italian. Now a national hero,…