President Zelenskyy said that 18 EU members had commented on Ukraine's Victory Plan. Most speakers supported the plan, and long-range weapons were discussed with some countries.
The Italian parliament has banned couples from traveling abroad for surrogacy. Violators face a fine of up to 1 million euros and up to 2 years in prison.
An Italian navy ship has delivered 16 migrants to Albania under a new agreement between the countries. This is the first group of refugees to be accommodated in the new reception center in the port of Shenjin.
Italian Prime Minister Meloni has announced that she is working on a loan to Ukraine secured by the interest from Russia's frozen assets in the EU. This is the result of the G7 agreement in June under the Italian presidency.
The head of the Presidential Administration, Andriy Yermak, said that the partners understand the logic of Ukraine's Victory Plan. Ukraine expects concrete steps from its partners in response to the plan.
The President of Ukraine called for action together to guarantee a lasting peace and force Russia to peace. Zelenskyy presented the Victory Plan in Britain, Italy, Germany, and France.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced a conference on Ukraine's recovery in Rome on July 10-11, 2025. She emphasized that Ukraine is not alone, and Italy will support it for as long as it takes.
The President of Ukraine presented the Victory Plan to the leaders of Italy, France and Britain. On Friday, Zelenskyy plans to discuss the plan with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to achieve a just peace.
The President of Ukraine presented the economic component of the Victory Plan to Maloney. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of special economic opportunities in Ukraine and preventing Russian control over critical resources.
The President of Ukraine said that the implementation of the Victory Plan will force Russia to end the war. Zelenskyy discussed with the Italian Prime Minister the preparation of a new security package and the situation at the front.
During his visit to Italy, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. He presented and discussed with her the Ukrainian Victory Plan aimed at a just end to the war.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived on a visit to Italy. The visit began with a meeting with the President of the Italian Council of Ministers, George Meloni, and was followed by visits to London and Paris.
Pope Francis will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on October 11 in Rome. During the visit, Zelenskyy is also expected to hold talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
The Italian government approved a bill criminalizing road and railroad blockades. The opposition and trade unions are concerned about increased repression, but the authorities emphasize that protests will be allowed under certain conditions.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of joint efforts to rebuild the country after the war. Zelenskyy compared the current challenges to the postwar situation in Europe, recalling the success of the Marshall Plan.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. They agreed on the nearest joint plans and discussed the G7's efforts to establish peace.
Ruslan Kravchenko met with Italian Ambassador Carlo Formosa. They discussed energy resilience of communities, reconstruction of Kyiv region and creation of an online platform for business cooperation between regions.
Viktor Orban has created a new far-right group in the European Parliament, strengthening his influence. This could undermine EU unity on key issues, especially support for Ukraine.
The IOC blamed Russia for the gender scandal with Iman Khelif at the 2024 Olympics. IBA, led by a friend of the head of the Security Service of the president of the Russian Federation, accused the boxer of excessive testosterone levels.
During her visit to Beijing, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni promised to resume cooperation with China. She signed a three-year action plan and seeks to expand economic cooperation between the two countries.
Most EU countries have already nominated candidates for the new European Commission. Among them are both new names and current commissioners. The key issues will be EU enlargement and negotiations with Ukraine.
Italy plans to restore nuclear power by adopting a law that will allow investment in small modular nuclear reactors that can be commissioned within 10 years, so that by 2050 nuclear energy will account for at least 11% of the country's total electricity consumption.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Italian Prime Minister George Meloni in Washington, D. C., as reported on his social media.
The United States and allied countries will provide Ukraine with five strategic air defense systems, additional Patriot batteries, Patriot components, and the SAMP-T system.
Far-right Dutch and Spanish parties are planning to join Hungarian Prime Minister Orban's new right-wing alliance in the European Parliament, potentially undermining Italian Prime Minister Meloni's power.
Concerns are growing in European capitals about Joe Biden's mental acuity and physical limitations after his poor performance in the debate with Donald Trump. Some politicians are calling on Democrats to replace him as their presidential candidate.
Six EU leaders agreed that Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa and Kaya Callas should receive leadership positions in the European Commission, the European Council and the foreign policy service, respectively.
Viktor Orban's Fidesz party may not be admitted to the European Parliament group, while his opponent Péter Magyar and his Respect and Freedom Party (TISZA) will join the European People's Party group after a vote in Brussels.
EU leaders failed to agree on candidates for key EU positions, including Ursula von der Leyen's second term as president of the European Commission.
Albanian President Bajram Begaj said that Russians and Ukrainians need to exist peacefully within their internationally recognized borders as part of developing a framework for a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia.
