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18.06.2025The day Trump approved the attack plans

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Italy for 18.06.2025.

It displays 145 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

18.06.2025The day Trump approved the attack plans
Italian media tracked Trump's evolving stance throughout the day as he moved from uncertainty to military preparation. Morning headlines emphasized his wavering position - "I could attack or not, I won't say publicly" - while Khamenei declared from what appeared to be a bunker that Iran would "never surrender."

The narrative shifted dramatically by evening when the Wall Street Journal reported Trump had approved attack plans against Iran, though he maintained he had "not yet decided" on execution. Iranian state television claimed launches of "hypersonic missiles" against Israel as air raid sirens continued in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

The IAEA contradicted earlier reports, clarifying it "never said Iran is building nuclear weapons," while Putin suggested diplomatic solutions remained possible. Domestically, over 500,000 Italian students began their maturità exams with topics including anti-mafia judge Borsellino and Pasolini poetry. The Federal Reserve defied Trump's pressure by keeping interest rates unchanged, prompting his criticism of Chair Powell as "stupid."
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05:05Khamenei declares battle begun

The newspapers report Khamenei declared "the battle has begun" and vowed to show "no mercy" as overnight missile exchanges between Israel and Iran intensified (ANSA, Corriere Della Sera, La Repubblica, Sky TG24). Israel reportedly struck Iranian nuclear sites in Tehran, while air raid sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with loud explosions heard in both cities (ANSA, Corriere Della Sera). Trump is actively evaluating US military intervention in the conflict, with Iran preparing for potential American strikes on US bases and considering mining the Strait of Hormuz (La Stampa, Sky TG24). Prime Minister Meloni stated the G7's objective is preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons as the escalation continues (La Stampa).
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HuffPost Italia
Ovvero la priorità di portare a casa una legge sul fine vita, anche brutta, che è meglio di niente. E non di vedere chi esibisce la sua purezza
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Il governatore veneto: "È una protesta del tutto ideologica". Sulla presenza dell'Anpi dice che "chi è stato partigiano ha accolto a braccia aperte gli Stati Uniti che arrivavano nel 1945". Contrario Tommaso Cacciari, nipote dell'ex sindaco: "Bezos ha preso la città e, complice la politica locale, l’ha eletta a privatissimo dancefloor. Troverà qualche sorpresa al suo arrivo"
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Trump dice che Macron non capisce niente e non sa di cosa parla. In Europa molti la pensano uguale ma nessuno ha il coraggio di dirlo
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07:53Maturità Begins for Half a Million

The newspapers report Italy's maturità exams began with over 500,000 students taking the Italian literature test, featuring seven essay topics including quotes from anti-mafia judge Paolo Borsellino addressing youth, poetry by Pasolini, excerpts from Tomasi di Lampedusa's "Il Gattopardo," and reflections on social media's impact on the word "respect" (Adnkronos, ANSA, Corriere Della Sera, Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica, Sky TG24). Meanwhile, escalating Iran-Israel tensions continue as Khamenei declares "the battle begins" while Trump issues ultimatums demanding surrender (Avvenire, La Stampa). Regional politics feature controversy over Jeff Bezos's presence in Venice, with Governor Zaia defending hospitality against protesters while critics argue the billionaire has privatized the city as his "dancefloor" (HuffPost Italia).
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Un saggio-reportage di Arlie Russel Hochschild dalla contea Pike: che faccia bene o male non conta, chi lo ha votato a maggior ragione lo rivoterebbe. Lettura suggerita a chi parla degli anticorpi delle democrazie
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Non solo non c'è il boom, ma i primi sei mesi segnano un calo. Tre analisti del settore – Marco Celani (Aigab); Andrea Napoli (Locare); Mario Breglia (Scenari Immobiliari) - ci aiutano a capire cosa è andato storto tra turismo religioso, crisi internazionali e strategie commerciali. "Molti turisti religiosi sono andati nelle strutture della Chiesa o hanno preferito il mordi e fuggi"
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10:56Khamenei Vows Never to Surrender

The newspapers report Khamenei addressed the Iranian nation on television, declaring "we will never surrender" and warning that any US attack would bring "irreparable damage" to America (Corriere Della Sera, Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica, La Stampa, Sky TG24). Air raid sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with loud explosions heard in both cities, while the IAEA confirmed two Iranian centrifuge production facilities were destroyed in recent strikes (Corriere Della Sera, Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica). Meanwhile, Italy's high school graduation exams continued with literature topics including anti-mafia judge Borsellino, Pasolini poetry, and Tomasi di Lampedusa's works (Adnkronos, ANSA). Rome's Airbnb market unexpectedly declined during the Jubilee year as religious pilgrims chose church accommodations over short-term rentals, defying tourism industry expectations (HuffPost Italia).
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Intervista con l'eurodeputato, presidente della delegazione dell’Eurocamera per le relazioni con gli Usa: "Sfumato l’obiettivo dei dazi zero, ma la Commissione ha una certa ritrosia perché non ha l’appoggio dai gruppi politici europei se non decide una reazione”. E questa dipende dai 27, che sono divisi…
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Colloquio con Michela Fagiolini, direttrice dell’Istituto di neuroscienze del Cnr e con Jaime D’Alessandro, direttore di Civiltà dei dati. Perché la decisione di Valditara è troppo drastica. Un conto è la tecnologia, un conto l’uso che se ne fa. Non proibire: insegnare a usare
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Il direttore della Rivista italiana difesa (RID) a Huffpost: "Israele ha una superiorità enorme, ma l'Iran è un paese grande, con un'estesa struttura militare. Per questo serve l'aiuto diretto americano, e la bomba Mop per distruggere i siti nucleari". Gli iraniani "lanceranno missili finché li avranno, altrimenti utilizzeranno il terrorismo, attraverso i proxy, o potrebbero chiudere lo stretto di Hormuz"
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Il presidente americano affonda il G7 e lascia la Ue sola e smarrita con le sue sanzioni pro Ucraina e contro Putin. Il prossimo appuntamento: il vertice Nato di martedì all’Aja. Ci si arriverà di nuovo col cappello in mano?
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14:26Trump Wavers on Iran Strike

The newspapers report Trump expressing uncertainty about military action against Iran, stating "I could attack or not, I won't say publicly" while maintaining Iran must surrender unconditionally and it's "too late to negotiate" (Corriere Della Sera, Il Sole 24 Ore, La Stampa, Sky TG24). Khamenei responded through state television declaring Iran will "never surrender" and warning any US attack would cause "irreparable damage" to America (ANSA, Corriere Della Sera, La Repubblica, La Stampa, Sky TG24). Air raid sirens continued sounding in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with loud explosions reported, while the IAEA confirmed destruction of two Iranian centrifuge production sites (ANSA, Corriere Della Sera). An Italian professor recounted his escape from Tehran amid missile strikes and spy networks (Adnkronos). European leaders remain confused about Trump's intentions as he undermines the G7 and leaves the EU isolated with its Ukraine sanctions (HuffPost Italia).
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Il Paese invecchia, e c'è sempre più bisogno di aiuto in casa. Inps registra i numeri, 3 su 10 sono italiani. Francesco Antonelli, sociologo: “Ora chiedono lavoro domestico professionale anche ceti sociali meno abbienti, che non possono permettersi di regolarizzare”
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16:58Trump's Final Iran Ultimatum

The newspapers report Trump delivering an "ultimatum definitivo" to Iran, declaring his patience has ended while positioning B-2 bombers in the Indian Ocean (Corriere Della Sera, La Repubblica, La Stampa, Sky TG24). Iran categorically denies requesting negotiations, with Tehran calling Trump a "liar" and Khamenei stating "no surrender" while warning of "irreparable consequences" for any US attack (Adnkronos, Sky TG24, ANSA). New missile raids against Israel continue with air raid sirens and explosions reported in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem (Corriere Della Sera, La Repubblica). Domestically, Italy faces a growing care crisis with 800,000 registered domestic workers and an equal number working illegally, as the aging population increasingly requires home assistance (HuffPost Italia). Trump also pressured Federal Reserve Chair Powell on interest rates, calling him "stupid" if rates aren't cut (Il Sole 24 Ore).
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Il presidente parla di "ultimo ultimatum" a Teheran, dice a Netanyahu di "andare avanti", afferma che "la pazienza è finita", rivela che l'Iran chiede di essere ricevuto alla Casa Bianca per negoziare, ma viene smentito dopo pochi minuti. Ali Khamenei parla alla nazione dal bunker, il volto affaticato, irriducibile nelle parole: "Non ci arrenderemo mai, il nemico sarà punito". Raid israeliani a tappeto sul suolo iraniano. La terza portaerei Usa in arrivo in Medio Oriente
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19:17Trump's Ultimatum Meets Khamenei's Bunker Defiance

The newspapers report Trump issuing his "ultimate ultimatum" to Iran while expressing uncertainty about military action, stating "I could attack or I might not" (Corriere Della Sera, La Stampa, Sky TG24). Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei responded from what appears to be a bunker with a "fatigued face," declaring "we will never surrender" and warning of "irreparable consequences" for any US attack (ANSA, HuffPost Italia, Sky TG24). Iranian state television claimed the country launched "hypersonic missiles" against Israel, while sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with loud explosions reported (Adnkronos, ANSA, Corriere Della Sera). The IAEA contradicted earlier reports, stating it "never said Iran is building nuclear weapons" (Corriere Della Sera, La Stampa). Separately, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged despite Trump's pressure, with the president calling Fed Chair Powell "stupid" (Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica).
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23:05Trump Approves Iran Attack Plans

The newspapers report Trump has approved attack plans against Iran but remains undecided on execution, with headlines emphasizing his statement "I have not yet decided" despite military preparations being complete (Adnkronos, Corriere Della Sera, La Stampa, Sky TG24, Wall Street Journal via Sky). Khamenei directly challenged Trump's ultimatum, declaring "surrender? Never" while threatening "irreparable consequences" for any attack, with reports noting his message was pre-recorded (Corriere Della Sera, La Stampa). The New York Times suggests Iran might accept direct talks with Trump, contrasting with Tehran's earlier denials of seeking negotiations (ANSA). Putin separately indicated readiness for talks with Zelensky after negotiations conclude, stating NATO rearmament poses no threat (La Repubblica).
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