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Recent voting intention surveys indicate a shift in Italy's political landscape, with former Forza Italia member Vannacci launching a new initiative and boosting the ruling party's standing to 8%.
Italy's Fratelli d'Italia party has written to the European Commission, alleging that the 'Report' investigative program violates European norms with its one-sided reporting, as a crucial week for the show's future in Rai begins.
Italy's Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party is reportedly considering fielding former Lazio governor Francesco Storace and Caio Mussolini, a descendant of Benito Mussolini, as candidates. This move is seen as an effort to counter the influence of General Roberto Vannacci within the right-wing political landscape.
The president of Italy's Authorizations Committee, Dori, has stated that the right-wing majority fears the content of certain files and has already decided against granting authorization, unless a specific Fratelli d'Italia member appeals for a 'yes' vote.
Recent political polls in Italy indicate a rise in support for Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) and Lega, while Vannacci's Futuro nazionale is approaching Forza Italia. Avs is noted as the only opposition party showing an increase in support.
Senator De Priamo of Fratelli d'Italia states that the party will not back down on the issue of wiretaps, will listen to allies but not retreat, and will proceed to Parliament without an agreement, as requested by Prosecutor Melillo.
According to the latest Emg Different poll, Italy's Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party has fallen below 25% for the first time since the 2022 elections, while the broad left-wing coalition leads the center-right by 1.5 points, and Vannacci rises to 7.3%.
An amendment proposed by Italy's Fratelli d'Italia party, which included blocked top candidates and limited preference votes, was rejected in the parliament. This marks a failed maneuver by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) is concerned about a potential 'own goal' regarding electoral preferences, as discussions emerge about allowing out-of-area voting and negotiations continue on blocked names and premium lists.
A Youtrend poll for Sky Tg24 indicates that center-right parties in Italy are slowing down in political surveys, with Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) losing nearly a point, while only Vannacci sees a rise in support.
Right-wing parties in Italy are holding a summit this week to mediate on electoral law and preferences, with Fratelli d'Italia seeking a unified amendment from Lega and Forza Italia. The discussions include considering a 'Belgian model' for the electoral system, while opposition parties are preparing to raise constitutional objections.
As Italian general elections approach, Giorgia Meloni's party, Fratelli d'Italia (FdI), is reportedly moving to secure a strategic position at Rai Parlamento, with a board meeting scheduled.
Senator Menia of Fratelli d'Italia is facing backlash after reportedly insulting a gay couple at an airport, telling them not to show affection, and has stated he does not regret his actions, drawing criticism from the opposition.
Right-wing parties in Italy, particularly Fratelli d'Italia, faced criticism for the low number of deputies attending the commemoration for Giacomo Matteotti, the socialist killed by fascism in 1924.
Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) used social media to counter a campaign by Matteo Renzi's Italia Viva, which FdI likened to the Fascist 'Ventennio' era.
Weekly political polls in Italy indicate an increase in support for the Democratic Party (Pd) and the Five Star Movement (M5s), while Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) shows a slowdown. General Roberto Vannacci's support continues to grow.
Despite official abolition, local power bases within the Fratelli d'Italia party are reportedly proliferating and clashing, indicating internal struggles.
The latest Swg poll for La7 indicates a decline in support for Italy's majority parties, including Fratelli d'Italia, Forza Italia, and Lega, while the M5S and Avs show growth.
A regional councillor from the Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party has been indicted on charges of corruption. The indictment marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation.
New political polls in Italy indicate a decline in support for Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) and Forza Italia (FI), while the Democratic Party (Pd) and Lega see gains, and the 'campo largo' coalition grows.
The Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party in Italy is facing a wave of investigations and resignations, impacting its presence from Piedmont to Sicily. The latest incident involves six notices of guarantee issued in Agrigento, with Deputy Pisano among those under investigation for aggravated fraud and embezzlement.
Tensions are escalating within Italy's center-right coalition, extending to Brussels, as Lega members oppose the Fitto plan for EU funding, while Forza Italia criticizes Fratelli d'Italia over emission trading quotas.
The Fratelli d'Italia party in Biella, Italy, is under scrutiny for an alleged web of political and business connections among its local politicians.
The economic spokesperson for Fratelli d'Italia argues that engaging with major oil companies and imposing contributions or European-level taxes is necessary, despite facing resistance from certain EU officials.
An alarm has been raised in Palazzo Chigi, suggesting that if Forza Italia and Lega parties fall below 15% in polls, a new electoral law with a majority bonus would be impossible. The leader of Fratelli d'Italia still intends to proceed, with a potential plan B involving post-election agreements with Vannacci or Calenda.
Italy has approved the use of facial recognition technology following a debate between Fratelli d'Italia and Forza Italia, with authorization largely remaining with prosecutors and limited reliance on AI.
Recent Italian political polls indicate that the Fratelli d'Italia party has dropped below 27%, while Vannacci's support continues to grow, with Futuro Nazionale reaching 7.1%, surpassing Lega and Avs.
Italy's Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party is proposing new penal norms to punish vandals, particularly in response to incidents like those in Val di Susa, by charging them with criminal association.
Italy's right-wing parties, particularly Fratelli d'Italia, are reportedly considering an amendment to the electoral law regarding run-off ballots, with discussions on preferences expected by month-end.
The Italian Chamber of Deputies has launched an investigation into staff members of the Fratelli d'Italia party who were allegedly filming the chamber during a secret vote.
An amendment proposed by Fratelli d'Italia to reinstate healthcare workers who were suspended for not being vaccinated during the COVID-19 pandemic has been approved, drawing protest from medical federations who call it an "offense to victims."
Italy's Forza Italia party has warned Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) to withdraw their controversial wiretapping counter-reform, threatening that FdI will have to vote on it alone if they do not comply.
Weekly political polls in Italy indicate that Vannacci's support continues to grow, surpassing the Lega party, while Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) performs poorly.
Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) is reportedly changing its political line and reopening dialogue with Vannacci, as the party navigates internal and external political dynamics. The move comes as the party's base emphasizes 'Italians first'.
Italy's Fratelli d'Italia party, led by Giorgia Meloni, plans to introduce an amendment for electoral law preferences in parliament, a move seen as a strategic bluff as they anticipate its rejection.
The end-of-life bill in Italy has been sent back to committee in the Senate following a request from Fratelli d'Italia, prompting accusations from the opposition, including the Democratic Party, that the right is obstructing the legislation.
Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) is open to an alliance with Carlo Calenda's party for the upcoming elections in Rome and Milan, with discussions ongoing, though Arianna Meloni has ruled out her own candidacy in the capital.
In Italy, the electoral law debate continues as Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) prepares to block a vote on preferences, while the left aims to modify the law to isolate Forza Italia.
De Angelis, founder of "Mondo al contrario," has publicly labeled General Vannacci a traitor and asserted that Vannacci had sought to run as a candidate with the Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party.
The latest weekly SWG poll for Tg La7 on Italian voting intentions indicates that the Democratic Party (PD) is performing well, while Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) remains stable in first place, and Vannacci's party is seeing growth.
Italy's public broadcaster Rai has reportedly withheld payment from a journalist who authored an investigation into alleged connections between the Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party and the Senese clan, citing potential contractual violations.
Tensions are rising within the Italian majority government over a proposed measure for migrant repatriations, with Fratelli d'Italia pushing for its implementation while centrist parties express reservations. The Quirinale is closely monitoring the debate surrounding the security decree's deadline.
Italy's opposition parties are demanding Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni clarify alleged contacts between her party, Fratelli d'Italia (FdI), and a crime clan, following the publication of a photo with a crime boss. Meloni has defended herself and criticized the press.
A weekly SWG poll for Tg La7 indicates that Italy's Democratic Party (PD) has gained half a point, while the League (Lega) is slowing down. Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) remains stable and the leading party with 29.5% support.
The Fratelli d'Italia party, led by the Prime Minister, is facing a long series of troubles, including issues with figures like Santanchè and Delmastro, highlighting the inadequacy of its leadership.
The Dutch BBB party is leaving the Christian Democratic group in the European Parliament to join the right-conservative ECR faction, which includes Italy's Fratelli d'Italia.
Claudio Lotito, the patron of Lazio football club, faces widespread opposition from fans and political parties like Fratelli d'Italia, with Forza Italia now fearing a boycott.
Report host Sigfrido Ranucci claims the government is requesting his replacement, leading to the Democratic Party denouncing the situation to the EU and Fratelli d'Italia preparing an interrogation.
A parliamentary hearing on Covid-19 was suspended following tensions between deputies from Fratelli d'Italia and the Five Star Movement, occurring after the resignation of former Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte.
Italy is moving towards a new security crackdown, with a proposed decree by Fratelli d'Italia to stiffen penalties for crimes against law enforcement or the ecosystem, including association to commit crimes.
Italy is seeing internal debate within its government regarding the extension of wiretapping capabilities to include 'spy' crimes, with the Democratic Party (Pd) considering an amendment from Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) while the Five Star Movement (M5S) opposes it.
Tensions have arisen in Italy as Forza Italia has blocked a proposal by Fratelli d'Italia to expand wiretapping, leading to protests from the Antimafia Commission president and a call to the premier.
Four observers from Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) were reportedly positioned in the press gallery of the Chamber of Deputies to monitor and record the secret vote of their party's members.
Tensions rise within the Italian majority government over electoral law reform, specifically regarding preferences. Fratelli d'Italia presented an amendment, signed by Lupi, but opposed by Lega and Forza Italia.
Weekly political polls by Swg for Tg La7 indicate a decrease in support for Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) and Partito Democratico (Pd), while Vannacci's popularity continues to rise.
Internal divisions within Fratelli d'Italia are emerging regarding their potential entry into a coalition, with some members setting conditions for an alliance and expressing concerns about the party's growth among young voters.
Debate over the new Italian electoral law, dubbed 'Melonellum,' has been marked by an empty parliamentary chamber and tensions within the majority coalition. Fratelli d'Italia is reportedly slowing down progress on the preferences aspect of the law, raising concerns about its democratic implications.
Italy is currently debating reforms to its electoral law, with Fratelli d'Italia pushing for preference voting amidst doubts from allies, as both the Democratic Party and 5 Star Movement also consider the issue.
Former Fratelli d'Italia member, now in the mixed group Futuro Nazionale, Pozzolo, tested positive for alcohol after his SUV went off-road in Biellese, with a blood alcohol level double the legal limit.
The latest SWG political poll before the May 24-25 municipal elections indicates that Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) is losing ground, while the Democratic Party (Pd) and Five Star Movement (M5S) are performing well, with Futuro Nazionale also growing.
Giorgianni of Fratelli d'Italia advocates for simplified and clear rules to protect deserving debtors facing over-indebtedness in Italy.
Forza Italia's group leader in the Chamber, Costa, has proposed liberalizing NCC (rental with driver) services, a move that has met opposition from coalition partners Lega and Fratelli d'Italia.
The removal of Merlino and Proietti from the culture sector is being interpreted as a significant setback for Giorgia Meloni's party, Fratelli d'Italia, despite attempts by Arianna to downplay the situation.
Latest Swg polls for TgLa7 indicate that Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) has stopped its negative trend, while General Vannacci experiences his first slowdown in support, with the Democratic Party (Pd) also seeing a decline.
A delegation from Italy's Fratelli d'Italia party is expected to visit the Repatriation Pre-detention Center (CPR) in Gjadër, Albania, to counter narratives with facts.
Italy's Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) party is proposing a 4% tax rate for Italian pensioners residing in non-European countries who choose to return to Italy, specifically to small municipalities with up to 3,000 inhabitants.
Former Italian minister Santanchè has stated from her Versilia villa that she will not leave the Fratelli d'Italia party and remains with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, amidst ongoing discussions about her potential resignation.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has defended Undersecretary Andrea Delmastro amid internal tensions within the Fratelli d'Italia party, stating he was 'not very careful' but will remain in his position despite controversy over his comments on the mafia.
A bomb threat led to the evacuation of the Fratelli d'Italia headquarters in Rome, following a similar incident at the Lega office in Milan.