Italy
Italy opens investigation into Ben-Gvir over handling of Gaza flotilla activists - report
Italy opened the investigation following social media videos showing the alleged mistreatment of Gaza-bound activists by the Israeli National Security Minister last month.
Muslim Brotherhood-linked orgs found active in Italy, receive funding from Qatar
The Jewish Brigade fought fascism in Italy. Now its flags spark protests - opinion
Italy bans Kanye West, Travis Scott concerts over security concerns
Crowd boost helps Israeli figure skater Mariia Seniuk advance to Olympic final
The four-time national champion was warmly received by the crowd at Milan’s Forum di Assago indoor arena. Seniuk qualified for the free skate in 22nd place.
Italy ready to help train police forces in Gaza, Palestinian territories, FM says
"We are ready to train a new Gaza police force, and we are also ready to train a Palestinian police force," Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani told a news conference in Rome.
Olympics organizers remove staffer who called out 'Free Palestine' at Israeli group
The Games organizers said the matter had been dealt with immediately at the venue level, without clarifying if there would be further consequences for the employee.
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.
Milano Cortina Olympics: Israel's delegation, ICE, and event's security measures spark debate
About 6,000 Italian security units are stationed to secure the event.
US to hand NATO commands in Italy, Virginia to European officers
The move is in keeping with US President Donald Trump's demands that European nations take more responsibility for their own security.
Authorities reveal discovery of fourth century Roman shipwreck off Italy’s southern coast
According to the ministry, the site has been under constant monitoring by Italy’s financial police to “protect the site from possible looting and to preserve its enormous scientific value.”
Italy's Alpine rescuers urge caution after avalanches kill 11 in seven days
With fresh snow accumulating on older and unstable layers, even the movement of a single skier can trigger an avalanche, the rescue service warned.
El Al to launch new Europe, Asia routes in first expansion since October 7
"The new routes will provide an optimal solution for business travelers," according to the company, "and will strengthen economic ties between Israel and Asia.”
US athlete Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill skiing
Vonn, 41, whose battle to reach the starting line despite her knee injury dominated the opening days of the Milan Cortina Olympics, saw her unlikely bid end in agony.
