Italy

Francesco_AMMENDOLA
Francesco_AMMENDOLA
Quirinal

Roggero case: Mattarella receives Nordio: "Pardon is the exclusive prerogative of the Head of State."

The Minister of Justice had opened an investigation, a very harsh note from the Quirinal
Un frame del video pubblicato sui social da Mario Ruggero (Ansa)
Un frame del video pubblicato sui social da Mario Ruggero (Ansa)
the case

Roggero hasn't yet turned himself in, but he backtracks after his outburst. Nordio begins a pardon investigation.

He's awaiting a prison order, his brother: "He's exhausted but resilient." Salvini, father of the self-defense law: "We need to expand the perimeter."
A large section of the Morandi viaduct upon which the A10 motorway runs collapsed in Genoa, Italy, 14 August 2018. Both sides of the highway fell. Around 10 vehicles are involved in the collapse, rescue sources said Tuesday. The viaduct gave way amid torrential rain. The viaduct runs over shopping centres, factories, some homes, the Genoa-Milan railway line and the Polcevera river. ANSA/FLAVIO LO SCALZO
A large section of the Morandi viaduct upon which the A10 motorway runs collapsed in Genoa, Italy, 14 August 2018. Both sides of the highway fell. Around 10 vehicles are involved in the collapse, rescue sources said Tuesday. The viaduct gave way amid torrential rain. The viaduct runs over shopping centres, factories, some homes, the Genoa-Milan railway line and the Polcevera river. ANSA/FLAVIO LO SCALZO
the sentence

Former Autostrade CEO Castellucci receives 12 years in prison after a series of convictions over the Morandi Bridge tragedy.

The former heads of Aspi, Spea and the Ministry of Infrastructure have been sentenced to between 5 and 12 years for the collapse which eight years ago cost the lives of 43 people.
Il palazzo del tribunale di Bolzano dopo il crollo (foto vigili del fuoco via Ansa)
Il palazzo del tribunale di Bolzano dopo il crollo (foto vigili del fuoco via Ansa)
Tragedy narrowly avoided

Bolzano, part of the courthouse collapses: three people inside, all unharmed.

The collapse involved at least a quarter of the building, where renovation and expansion works were underway
The drama

Sestri Levante: 11-year-old girl sucked into swimming pool drain in critical condition

It happened at a beach resort. The facility was seized.
Mario Roggero, titolare della gioielleria Mario Roggero a Grinzane Cavour (Foto: Ansa)
Mario Roggero, titolare della gioielleria Mario Roggero a Grinzane Cavour (Foto: Ansa)
the sentence

Court of Cassation: Mario Roggero convicted of murdering the robbers.

The jeweler, now 72, is serving a 14-year and 9-month prison sentence. Salvini: "Mattarella should grant him a pardon."
Daniela Santanchè (Ansa)
Daniela Santanchè (Ansa)
Milan

Another investigation into Daniela Santanchè has been closed: "Bankruptcy and State Fraud."

A further 15 people are also being asked to stand trial in connection with the Ki Group, Ki Holding, Bioera and Umbria bankruptcy.
L'Aula della Camera gremita per l'esame della legge elettorale, Roma, 15 luglio 2026. ANSA/ FEDERICO PERRUOLO
L'Aula della Camera gremita per l'esame della legge elettorale, Roma, 15 luglio 2026. ANSA/ FEDERICO PERRUOLO
lectoral law

Preferences: Futuro Nazionale's amendment is rejected, but FdI votes yes. Voting by non-residents is approved.

The center-right is split, with the League and Forza Italia opposing the Vannacciani proposal. The opposition attacks: "The majority no longer exists."
Saman Abbas e il padre (foto Ansa)
Saman Abbas e il padre (foto Ansa)
the sentence

Saman Abbas: Life sentences for parents and cousins finalized, uncle gets 22 years. "Freedom was his crime."

The Supreme Court of Cassation has rejected the appeals of the defendants for the murder of the 18-year-old Pakistani girl who had opposed an arranged marriage.
Il risultato del voto segreto sull'emendamento della maggioranza durante l’esame alla Camera della riforma della legge elettorale, Roma, 14 luglio 2026. ANSA/RICCARDO ANTIMIANI
Il risultato del voto segreto sull'emendamento della maggioranza durante l’esame alla Camera della riforma della legge elettorale, Roma, 14 luglio 2026. ANSA/RICCARDO ANTIMIANI
politics

Electoral law: Majority falls one vote short; amendment on preferences rejected.

The hunt for the thirty snipers continues. The opposition: "Meloni has a no-confidence vote, let's go back to the polls." The review of the amendments continues unabated, into the night.
Palazzo Chigi (Foto Unione Sarda)
Palazzo Chigi (Foto Unione Sarda)
the squeeze

New Security Bill: Preventive detention extended to minors. Local police may also proceed.

The Council of Ministers approved the addition of the "anti-Maranza" rules.
Niko Pandetta (Ansa)
Niko Pandetta (Ansa)
the decision

Rapper Niko Pandetta released from prison: probation approved

The request presented by Cagliari lawyer Riccardo Floris was granted. The singer is serving a four-year sentence for drug-related and other offenses.
Mario Adinolfi durante la presentazione dei simboli elettorali al Viminale, Roma, 19 gennaio 2018. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
Mario Adinolfi durante la presentazione dei simboli elettorali al Viminale, Roma, 19 gennaio 2018. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
the hearing

Adinolfi to the investigating judge: "I'm a gambler, but not a crook."

Preliminary hearing after his arrest on charges of aggravated fraud related to a "gang betting" scheme: "I lead a modest life."
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
the case

"Fake attack? Ranucci has filed a complaint for aggravated defamation."

The announcement from the Report host's lawyer. Meanwhile, the investigation into Lavitola continues.
Un frame, tratto da un video diffuso dalla Polizia
Un frame, tratto da un video diffuso dalla Polizia
the investigations

Milan train station murder: Police arrest six more Latin Kings

The crime occurred on May 26th. The first two arrests were made at the beginning of June.
L'ambasciatore americano Tilman Fertitta a Cefalù, una delle tappe del suo giro in yacht (Ansa)
L'ambasciatore americano Tilman Fertitta a Cefalù, una delle tappe del suo giro in yacht (Ansa)
the case

A massive escort for the US ambassador's yacht, which was also in transit in Sardinia, sparks controversy.

Bonelli (Avs) announces a question: "Why use Italian forces' men and equipment? The government should send the bill to Trump."
the investigation

Three young people under investigation for white supremacist and anti-Semitic propaganda

Operation coordinated by the Milan Prosecutor's Office, searches in Rome, Savona, and Caserta
court

The Milan attacker: "I was the one attacked, too much violence during the arrest."

The arrest of the Algerian man who stabbed a young woman has been confirmed. The investigating judge: "Lack of control and unscrupulousness."
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
the post

Ranucci: "Stop reruns of Report? This is suspending the country's memory."

The journalist comments on Instagram on RAI's decision to halt summer programming following the Lavitola case.
(COMBO) Saidi Mohammed il 27enne algerino arrestato a Milano per aver sfregiato una ragazza alla fermata della metro Duomo di Milano il 9 luglio 2026. ANSA + NO SALES - EDITORIAL USE ONLY + NPK
(COMBO) Saidi Mohammed il 27enne algerino arrestato a Milano per aver sfregiato una ragazza alla fermata della metro Duomo di Milano il 9 luglio 2026. ANSA + NO SALES - EDITORIAL USE ONLY + NPK
in court

A man who disfigures a young woman in Milan has been arrested, citing a "clear threat to society."

The 27-year-old Algerian denies the charges, claiming to be the victim of the attack. But the judge finds his version unreliable.
Insularità

Trexenta: Councilor Agus visits the ten municipalities affected by the rains.

On-site inspections and discussions with farmers and administrators