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The Italian government is preparing to hold discussions with representatives of Pirelli and its major investors as authorities examine concerns surrounding foreign influence within one of the country’s most prominent industrial groups. According to officials familiar with the matter, the talks are expected to involve the company’s......
Turkish defense company Baykar and Italian aerospace leader Leonardo have announced plans to produce medium-sized unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), marking a significant step in European drone manufacturing. The first drones are expected to be unveiled in April. According to Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani, the joint venture is progressing......
The euro weakened for a fourth consecutive session on Thursday, sliding to its lowest level of 2026 as the U.S. and Israeli military campaign against Iran continued to disrupt global energy markets and weigh on Europe’s energy dependent economy. The European Central Bank’s reference rate for EUR/USD stood at 1.1547 on March 12,......
Chilean architect Smiljan Radić Clarke has been named the winner of the 2026 Pritzker Architecture Prize, the highest international honor in architecture, organizers announced Thursday. Radić, 60, becomes the second Chilean and the fifth Latin American architect to receive the award in its 47 year history. The jury praised Radić for an......
The European Commission warned on March 10 that it may suspend or terminate funding for the Venice Biennale after organizers allowed Russia to reopen its national pavilion for the 2026 exhibition, marking Moscow’s first participation since its full scale invasion of Ukraine four years ago. European Commission Executive Vice President......
Italy has expressed solidarity with Türkiye after a ballistic missile fired from Iran briefly entered Turkish airspace before being intercepted by defense systems. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said in Rome that Italy stands alongside Türkiye and shares the concerns of the Turkish people following the incident.......
Greece is moving forward with plans to strengthen its naval capabilities through the potential acquisition of advanced frigates built in Italy. Greek officials hope negotiations could be finalized by April, according to statements from Defence Minister Nikos Dendias. The proposed agreement involves the purchase of Bergamini-class frigates,......
Italy is exploring measures to cut fuel excise duties in response to surging energy prices, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said, as companies warn that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could sharply increase costs. Excise duties in Italy, levied per litre, form a significant portion of the price at the pump, separate from value-added......
Italy’s defence minister has called on the country’s defence industry to accelerate military production in response to a rapidly changing global security environment. The appeal reflects growing concerns within Europe about geopolitical instability and the need to strengthen national defence capabilities. Speaking after an emergency......
Major international sporting events are increasingly becoming strategic platforms for brands seeking to express their values, connect with audiences and promote environmental commitments. With the 2026 Winter Olympics recently held in Italy and the FIFA World Cup scheduled to begin on June 11 in North America, companies are intensifying their......
A marble bust of Christ displayed for centuries in one of Rome’s oldest basilicas may have been sculpted by Michelangelo, according to a claim presented Wednesday that has sparked debate among Renaissance scholars. Independent researcher Valentina Salerno announced her findings during a press conference at the Basilica of Sant’Agnese......
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Rome intends to provide air defense assistance to Gulf states affected by Iranian retaliatory strikes, joining the United Kingdom, France and Germany in pledging military support to the region. Speaking to Italian radio station RTL 102.5 on March 5, Meloni said the planned assistance would focus......
Germany has confirmed that it will not send military forces to the Eastern Mediterranean despite recent drone strikes targeting British bases in southern Cyprus. Government spokesman Stefan Kornelius stated Wednesday that the situation is being closely monitored in light of ongoing US and Israeli operations against Iran and Tehran’s......
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