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29.08.2025

29.08.2025The day of the foiled Pope assassination plot

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Italy for 29.08.2025.

It displays 177 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

29.08.2025The day of the foiled Pope assassination plot
The day's editorial focus shifted dramatically mid-morning with reports of a foiled assassination plot against Pope Francis in Trieste, leading to the arrest of a Turkish ISIS member. Concurrently, the Middle East conflict intensified as the Israeli army declared an end to humanitarian pauses in Gaza City, initiating military operations later in the day. Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani expressed openness to sanctioning violent Israeli settlers, while the US under President Trump revoked visas for Palestinian Authority officials, a move Abu Mazen deemed "illegal." In the ongoing Ukraine conflict, French President Macron issued an ultimatum, stating that if a summit between Putin and Zelensky wasn't reached by Monday, Putin would have outmaneuvered Trump. European discussions also continued regarding sending EU trainers to Ukraine. Late in the day, a US Appeals Court ruled many of Trump's tariffs largely illegal, a decision he vowed to appeal.
29.08.2025

02:52Kyiv Targeted, Rome's Resolve

Italian media extensively reports on the ongoing Russian missile attacks on Kyiv, detailing casualties of 19-20 deaths, including children, and damage to the EU delegation offices. Prime Minister Meloni has consistently reiterated Italy's firm stance against sending troops to Ukraine, while emphasizing that Russia does not believe in negotiations. Discussions also highlight European fears of further escalation from Moscow (Adnkronos, ANSA, Corriere Della Sera, La Repubblica, La Stampa, Sky TG24, HuffPost Italia, Il Giornale).
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L'attore e regista spiega di aver firmato la petizione di colleghi in occasione della Mostra del Cinema di Venezia, ma che "in un secondo momento i pro-Pal hanno aggiunto i nomi dei due attori" contestati per le posizioni pro-Israele. "Questo significa censurare. Non si può caricare sulle spalle di due attori la disumanità di una guerra infinita, che va fermata"
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07:20Ukraine War: Arms and Buffer Zone

Italian media largely focuses on the Ukraine conflict's latest developments, including the US announcing an $825 million arms sale to Ukraine and Europe evaluating a potential buffer zone. Discussions also center on sending EU trainers, with European officials reiterating outrage over Russian raids and Putin's disregard for peace efforts (Adnkronos, ANSA, Il Giornale, Sky TG24). Domestically, the closure of a sexist website sharing stolen photos reignites debate on digital violence (Corriere Della Sera, Il Fatto Quotidiano).
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Lettera appello per "arginare l’odio, salvaguardare la convivenza, purificare il linguaggio e tessere la pace". Il testo sottoscritto tra gli altri dal cardinale Zuppi, dalla presidente dell'Ucei Di Segni e dal presidente dell'Ucoii Lafram: "Stop alla propaganda nefasta che induce a schierarsi l'uno contro l'altro"
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10:23Gaza City Declared War Zone

Italian newspapers focus on intensifying developments in the Middle East, with the Israeli army declaring an end to humanitarian pauses in Gaza City, now a war zone (ANSA, La Stampa). Concerns about potential "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza are also raised (Il Manifesto). Regionally, the Houthi Prime Minister was reportedly killed in an Israeli raid (ANSA, La Stampa, Sky TG24). Domestically, Prime Minister Meloni reiterated Italy's stance against sending troops to Ukraine (Adnkronos). Economic discussions continue regarding inflation and new government bonuses (Il Fatto Quotidiano, Il Sole 24 Ore, Corriere Della Sera, La Repubblica).
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12:44Pope Assassination Plot Thwarted

Italian newspapers report on the foiled assassination plot against Pope Francis in Trieste, with a Turkish ISIS member arrested after a pistol was found (Adnkronos, Corriere Della Sera). Meanwhile, the EU summit saw 26 nations calling on Russia to halt killings and discuss sending trainers to Ukraine (Il Fatto Quotidiano, Sky TG24). In the Middle East, two Israeli hostages' bodies were found, and the IDF declared an end to humanitarian pauses (La Stampa, Il Manifesto). Prime Minister Meloni also addressed sexist websites (ANSA).
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Forse è tempo, per gli europei, di fare i conti senza l’oste: accettare l’idea, ricalibrare ciò che si può e non si può fare, smettere di spendere tutte le energie su un arto fantasma che prude e duole, ma non c’è più. Senza illusioni, ma anche senza nostalgie. D'altro canto Putin continua a non vincere, Trump può anche perdere, e l'Ue non ha ancora giocato le sue carte migliori
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14:54Trump Removes Harris Security

Italian newspapers highlight shifts in US politics, as Donald Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Kamala Harris (Corriere Della Sera, Sky TG24). This prompts European discussions on recalibrating strategy, with some arguing against relying solely on appeasing Trump (HuffPost Italia, Il Giornale). Meanwhile, the EU summit continues debating using the European Peace Fund for US weapons and sending trainers to Ukraine (Il Fatto Quotidiano). Domestically, Prime Minister Meloni reiterates her condemnation of sexist websites (ANSA).
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17:05Macron's Summit Deadline

Italian newspapers highlight French President Macron's ultimatum, stating that if a summit or agreement between Putin and Zelensky isn't reached by Monday, Putin will have outmaneuvered Trump (Adnkronos, Corriere Della Sera, HuffPost Italia, Il Fatto Quotidiano, La Stampa, Libero Quotidiano). Moscow has vehemently reacted, accusing Macron of insults. Meanwhile, the IDF has initiated military operations in Gaza City (ANSA, La Repubblica, Sky TG24), a development closely monitored following previous reports of ended humanitarian pauses and concerns about the situation in Gaza.
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A far discutere non è tanto la scelta di affidare Mosca a Beltrame, vicino alla Lega, ma la logica che ha guidato le ultime nomine, con cui Tajani ha consolidato il suo controllo sul dicastero e ha assecondato i desiderata dei partiti di centrodestra. Breve viaggio dentro i malumori del ministero degli Esteri: "Sembriamo la Rai"
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18:57Gaza: Sanctions and Visa Revocations

Italian newspapers continue to focus on the intensifying Middle East conflict, reporting on the ongoing military operations in Gaza City by the IDF (ANSA, Sky TG24). Internationally, Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani is considering sanctions against violent Israeli settlers, favoring this over suspending EU funds (Corriere Della Sera, La Stampa). Concurrently, the US, under President Trump, has revoked visas for Palestinian Authority officials (Corriere Della Sera, La Stampa, Sky TG24), a move described as "illegal" by Abu Mazen. Concerns about potential "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza are also raised (Il Manifesto).
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20:49US Restricts Palestinian Access

Italian newspapers continue to focus on the Middle East, reporting ongoing military operations in Gaza City (ANSA, Sky TG24). Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani is considering sanctions against violent Israeli settlers, favoring this over suspending EU funds (Corriere Della Sera). Concurrently, the US, under President Trump, has revoked visas for Palestinian Authority officials (Corriere Della Sera, Sky TG24, ANSA) and is reported to be closing the UN to Palestinians (ANSA). Concerns about potential "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza are also raised (Il Manifesto).
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23:25Trump's Tariffs Declared Illegal

Italian newspapers report the launch of intensified IDF military operations in Gaza City, with Hamas warning of Israeli repercussions and hostage risks (Adnkronos, Sky TG24). A significant new focus is on US policy, as an Appeals Court ruled President Trump's tariffs largely illegal, prompting his vow to appeal (Corriere Della Sera, La Repubblica). Trump's international role also remains under scrutiny, notably Macron's warning regarding Ukraine diplomacy (La Stampa).
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