Domestic Policy
Citizenship: The League proposes a law to make the acquisition of Italian citizenship stricter: it introduces an integration test, expands the cases in which revocation is provided, and increases the required years of residency. Criticism comes from opposition parties and associations, which denounce discriminatory and ineffective measures. Meanwhile, ActionAid reports to the Court of Auditors and ANAC alleged waste and irregularities in the management of migration operations in Albania, highlighting costs significantly higher than those of centres in Italy, and a management deemed illegitimate and inefficient.
Public Administration: The interview with Minister of Public Administration Paolo Zangrillo, published in Il Giornale, reveals his deep involvement in the problems of Turin and local security. Zangrillo states: “I am following with concern a phenomenon that, from being sporadic, is leading to a scenario where we see a progression of initiatives creating a genuine strategy of tension,” and stresses the importance of closing the social centre Askatasuna, saying he is “astounded to read a former magistrate like Caselli praising as commendable the initiative of dialogue between the municipality and the social centre.” Moreover, the minister claims to have “closed all public employment contracts,” something “the left did not do when it governed.”
Foreign Policy
US-Russia: Moscow positively welcomes Trump’s new national security strategy, which re-evaluates relations with Russia and no longer considers it an adversary. The Kremlin sees in the document a potential boost to peace negotiations and appreciates the criticisms of NATO and Europe, interpreted as a move closer to Russian positions. Meanwhile, tensions between the US and Europe are rising, also due to the Musk-EU case. On the ground, however, the war continues: new Russian attacks target Ukrainian infrastructure, while Kyiv responds with drones in border regions.
Israel: Netanyahu announces that “peace opportunities are within reach” and that phase two of the Gaza plan will soon begin, ahead of his meeting with Trump. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, visiting Israel, supports the launch of phase two and the need to “defend the existence and security” of the Jewish state, while reaffirming the two-state solution. Differences remain regarding the future Palestinian state. Phase two envisages the disarmament of Hamas, the demilitarisation of Gaza, and the entry of an international force—conditions rejected by the Palestinian group. Meanwhile, the agreement remains stalled due to the failure to return the body of the last hostage.
Foreign Affairs: The interview with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, published in Corriere della Sera, highlights his view that “new opportunities can be opened even in times of crisis.” Tajani argues that Europe must “become a protagonist and also autonomous.” Amid clashes with the US and Russia, Tajani promotes a renewal of the continent, convinced that “Europe as currently structured cannot withstand competition with other powers,” and that “we must think about how we can rise again.” The minister hopes for a more political Europe, with a strong role for Parliament, and the end of “the power of Brussels bureaucracies.” Finally, Tajani stresses that “Western unity is an indispensable asset” and that “isolating ourselves, saying no to Europe, would make us residual and irrelevant.”
Economy and Finance
Gold Reserves: The amendment on the management of Italy’s gold reserves—approximately 2,452 tonnes—states that they belong to the Italian people and are managed autonomously by Bankitalia, maintaining possession at Palazzo Koch and abroad under an independent body. After intense negotiations between Rome, Frankfurt, and Brussels, and with the support of political parties such as Brothers of Italy and the League, a significant symbolic outcome has been achieved, although practical effects on management remain very limited.