Domestic Policy
Housing: A bill promoted by Fratelli d’Italia and submitted to the Senate aims to speed up evictions for at least two months of rent arrears, establishing an Authority for Eviction Enforcement, an administrative body linked to the Ministry of Justice. This new procedure would allow for much quicker evictions than current processes. Support and postponements are provided for families facing economic hardship or vulnerability. The government intends to free up more housing and promote stable tenancies, while opposition parties and tenant associations denounce an attack on housing rights and a move toward authoritarianism.
Justice: In the Corriere della Sera, Justice Minister Carlo Nordio defends the judicial reform, rejecting criticisms about judges’ independence: “No sensible judge can believe that independence has been undermined.” He explains that the lottery system for the Superior Council of the Judiciary “releases it from the burden of factionalism” and that the High Court “will ensure independence from factional dominance.” On the Palamara case, Nordio states that “as long as all the rot is not uncovered, any suspicion is legitimate,” while noting that “we have not touched either the obligation or civil liability of judges (…) We did this to avoid the initiative appearing punitive toward the judiciary.”
Foreign Policy
USA: President Donald Trump has opened new fronts in Venezuela and Nigeria. In the Caribbean, the United States has launched military operations against alleged drug traffickers, involving bombings, reconnaissance missions, and the reopening of the Puerto Rico naval base. The offensive has so far caused 65 deaths and destroyed 15 vessels. From Caracas, President Maduro has requested help from Russia, China, and Iran, but has reportedly indicated willingness to reach an agreement on drug trafficking in exchange for political guarantees. In Nigeria, Trump threatens intervention against Boko Haram, with President Tinubu willing to cooperate, but only under conditions respecting Nigerian sovereignty.
Ukraine: The war in Ukraine continues with new clashes in Pokrovsk, in the Donbass. President Zelensky thanks Germany for the Patriot systems received, while condemning Russian bombings in Odessa and Dnipropetrovsk that have killed six people, including two children. Moscow claims to have encircled Ukrainian troops in Pokrovsk, but Kyiv denies this and is sending special forces. The Kremlin demands the complete cession of Ukraine’s southeast, a proposal rejected by Zelensky. Within a week, Russia has launched at least 1,500 drones and 70 missiles against civilian targets, leaving tens of thousands without electricity. Kyiv responds by striking Russian refineries in the Black Sea.
Economy and Finance
Budget Law: Today, the economic package begins its examination in Parliament, with a series of hearings concluding on Thursday with the intervention of Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti. Various groups have already submitted their requests: the Family Forum is asking for more support for school supplies, while real estate agents are contesting the increase in the tax on short-term rentals, arguing that the real issue is the number of empty homes due to “high taxation and risk of default.” The Italian Banking Association and insurance companies are also appearing in hearings. Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani assures that “in Parliament we will work to improve the package.”
Opec+: Opec+ has decided to suspend the planned increase in oil production for the first quarter of 2026, following signals of possible oversupply. The eight main members, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, will limit the increase to 137,000 barrels per day in December, then halt production until March. The decision reflects seasonal demand decline and caution over the risk of overproduction. Crude oil prices, which had fallen to $60 per barrel, rose to $65 after new US sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil. Opec+ will reconvene on 30 November to assess possible further cuts or increases.