The Latest Breaking News from Matteo Salvini

A little over a year since leader of Fratelli d'Italia Georgia Meloni rose to power in Italy, the latest data spells out a clear message: she is not the only ultraright politician surfing on voters’ anxieties. In fact, we may be entering a new cycle of far-right extremism across the…

Elsewhere, Europe’s youngsters claim first blood on the course while Italy’s transport unions are dealt a blow off it

Monica Poli, who found fame challenging petty thieves, is a councillor for Lega, which backs anti-Roma policies

Far-right government accused of leaning on state broadcaster to axe programme by journalist who criticised ministers

A train strike across Italy has stranded workers and tourists alike on a sweltering weekday at the peak of high tourism season

Magistrates under fire amid controversial inquiries involving leading figures in Meloni coalition

Italian PM needs a stable Forza Italia but without its longtime leader there are questions over its survival

The tycoon, ex-Italian prime minister, and master of political and personal controversies was rarely out of headlines.

Italy’s former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi was re-admitted to hospital on Friday for a scheduled medical checkup, just weeks after being discharged following a long stay.