Italy
The EU is introducing mandatory biometric checks and accelerated deportation of migrants. Countries must either accept refugees or pay financial contributions.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called on the EU to appoint a representative for negotiations with the Russian Federation.
A survey across 15 countries showed a drop in trust in the US as an ally from 22% to 11%. Most citizens doubt Washington's military aid.
Due to disagreements between Dassault and Airbus, Berlin has halted the FCAS program. Countries are now considering purchasing F-35s or joining other projects.
Kubilius proposes creating a defense union based on the E5 for Ukraine's rapid integration. The new structure will allow for the strengthening of European security outside the EU.
The global share of gas fell to 21. 8% due to the development of renewable sources. Solar energy accounted for 75% of the growth in electricity demand in 2025.
The Italian Prosecutor's Office is investigating Itamar Ben-Gvir's involvement in the torture of Italian Gaza flotilla activists. The minister denies all allegations.
The European Commission will tighten visa rules for Russians following complaints from 11 countries. New security measures will be introduced within the framework of the Visa Code.
The President also discussed the Ankara summit with the NATO Secretary General and held talks with the Prime Ministers of the United Kingdom and Norway, Keir Starmer and Jonas Gahr Støre.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend the G7 summit in France at the end of June. The President will discuss military diplomacy and strengthening air defense with the leaders.
A magnitude 6. 2 earthquake occurred in Calabria, with its epicenter near Cosenza. Tremors were felt in many regions, but there are no reports of destruction.
The world marks Republic Day in Italy and World Eating Disorders Action Day. In the church calendar, Trinity Week continues, and Saint Nicephorus is honored.
18-year-old Polina Khalkevych won silver at the World Cup stage in Spain. This is the Ukrainian's debut medal in senior climbing competitions.
In Rome, horses startled by police fireworks injured four people during a parade rehearsal. Four officers have already been suspended from duty.
About 3,000 protesters blocked the Brenner motorway for eight hours. The demonstration against excessive traffic halted movement between Germany and Italy.
The European Commission will initiate a procedure against Sofia due to a budget deficit of 3. 5%. Experts forecast the figure will continue to rise to 4.3% in 2027.
In Finland, 9,000 NATO troops are practicing the creation of a 'drone wall. ' The Northern Star exercises are taking place 30 kilometers from the Russian border.
A Russian drone hit a residential building in Romania, resulting in civilian casualties. NATO and EU countries condemned the attack and called for a decisive response to Moscow.
In Milan, the bull mosaic damaged by tourists during a good-luck ritual is being restored. Craftsmen are restoring the worn-down tiles in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
World number one Jannik Sinner lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo in the second round of Roland Garros 2026. The tennis player attributed the defeat to feeling unwell.
EU ministers in Cyprus rejected Russia's attempts to choose a negotiator from Europe. Kaja Kallas emphasized that the bloc will present a united front in the negotiations.
The share of electric vehicles in the EU rose to 19. 7%, while registrations of gasoline cars fell by 17.7%. Hybrids remain market leaders with a share of 38.2%.
The Supreme Court of Italy has ruled that hotels are not required to provide free water. The judges determined that the law does not mandate establishments to provide such a service.
Estonia's Foreign Minister stated that negotiations with the RF would turn the EU into a neutral mediator. Disputes continue within the European Union regarding the expediency of direct contacts.
Zelenskyy hinted at Lukashenko's illegitimacy due to Tsikhanouskaya's participation in the international summit. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to discuss relations specifically with her.
Simone Venturini won over 50% of the vote and became the mayor of Venice in the first round. The victory strengthened the positions of Meloni's coalition in Italy's local elections.
Ukraine's population has dropped to 28 million due to war and migration. Joining the EU may only accelerate the outflow of youth and labor abroad.
Five NATO countries blocked a plan to spend 0. 25% of GDP on military aid to Ukraine. Mark Rutte's initiative did not receive the necessary unanimous support.
Pope Leo condemned companies for profits at the cost of environmental crimes in Italy. He met with the families of people who died of cancer due to pollution.
Great Britain will only be able to rejoin the EU on general terms without its former privileges. Brussels does not plan to restore British exceptionalism.