Giorgia Meloni

At least eight injured after car ramming attack, attempted stabbing in Italian city of Modena

He had been receiving treatment for psychiatric disorders, a source in the Interior Ministry said, without elaborating on the man's motivations or whether terrorism was a factor.

Police work at the scene after several people were injured when a car drove into pedestrians in the center of the northern Italian city of Modena, Italy, May 16, 2026.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni looks on as she waits for the arrival of President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides, at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, February 26, 2026.

Italy halts automatic renewal of defense agreement with Israel amid Middle East conflicts

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni speaks during a joint statement with President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides, at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, February 26, 2026.

Meloni warns Iran's plan to charge for passage through Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global trade

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper at the UN Security Council, New York, February 18, 2026; illustrative.

Israel's pounding of Lebanon is 'deeply damaging', UK foreign minister says


Italy plans to send air defense aid to Gulf states after Iranian strikes, Meloni says

"Like the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, Italy intends to send assistance to Gulf countries, specifically in the field of defense and in particular air defense," Meloni said on Thursday.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni speaks during a joint statement with President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides, at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, February 26, 2026.

French FM to summon US ambassador over comments on far-right activist's death

Quentin Deranque, 23, died from severe head injuries sustained two days previously in Lyon when he was attacked by masked men allegedly part of a banned far-left French militant group.

IMAGES REPRESENTING Quentin Deranque, a young far-right activist beaten to death during a violent assault by hard-left activists, with a text message reading: "Killed by Melenchon's militia", on the day of a march in tribute to Quentin Deranque, in Lyon, France, February 21, 2026.

Poland, Italy, decline Board of Peace invitation, cite doubts, constitutional barrier

Initially designed to cement Gaza's ceasefire, Trump sees the Board of Peace taking a wider role in resolving global conflicts, which some countries fear means it could become a rival to the UN.

World leaders gather during a charter announcement for US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2026

Trump invites Italy to join Gaza ISF as founding member, would not require boots on ground - report

The move comes as the Trump administration seeks to bolster the credibility of its Gaza initiative after delays and difficulties in securing troop contributions, Bloomberg said.

 Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is seen on the set of the "Porta A Porta" TV Show - 30th Anniversary TV show at Rai Studios on January 21, 2026 in Rome, Italy.

World leaders show caution on Trump's broader 'Board of Peace' amid fears for UN

Trump has also invited India to be a part of the BoP, Asian News International (ANI) reported on Sunday, citing sources familiar with the details. 

The United Nations flag over the Jerusalem offices of the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for Palestinian refugees.

'A just and lasting peace': Pope Leo calls for dialogue after meeting Ukraine's Zelensky

The pope's comments echo Zelensky's frequent demands for a "just" peace as the Ukrainian leader tries to ensure that any agreement to end Russia's war in Ukraine is balanced.

Pope Leo XIV addresses the crowd during a meeting with bishpops, priests consacrated persons and personal workers at the shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa, northeast of the capital Beirut, on December 1, 2025.

Ex-hostage Rom Braslavski recounts 'horrors' of Oct. 7 at Italy’s ruling party conference

Speaking in Rome at a conference for PM Giorgia Meloni's party, former hostage Rom Braslavski described the “horror” he witnessed on October 7 and the torture he endured in Gaza captivity.

Former hostage Ron Braslavski speaks at the Brothers of Italy party conference in Rome, December 7, 2025.

Greta Thunberg, Francesca Albanese attend transport-disrupting Israel protests in Italy

Over 70 flights were cancelled due to the protest, and urban public transportation in multiple Italian cities experienced major disruptions.

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg (L), Italian United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, and Brazilian activist Thiago Avila chant slogans as they arrive on a boat during a anti-Israel demonstration against Italy's government, in Genoa on November 28, 2025 

Italy ready to contribute to Gaza stabilization, reconstruction, Meloni says

"I wish to thank President Trump for relentlessly seeking an end to the conflict in Gaza and the mediators - Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey," Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said.

 Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

'Peace finally feels obtainable': World welcomes imminent release of hostages, Gaza deal signing

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that the "stakes had never been higher" for establishing a two-state solution.

 United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres exits the press room after speaking at the United Nations prior to a meeting about the ongoing conflict in Gaza, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, U.S., November 6, 2023