March
01.03.2025
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Saturday
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Day West Split Three Ways On Ukraine Path

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After Thursday's dramatic White House confrontation, Italian media tracked three emerging Western positions on Ukraine. The morning coverage focused on Trump's threat to cut indirect aid, while Zelensky signaled openness to the rare earth minerals agreement with security guarantees.

By afternoon, Zelensky's London visit secured British support with a £2.26 billion loan, as Starmer pledged continued backing. Simultaneously, Macron suggested resuming EU-Putin dialogue, warning about threats to Moldova and Romania.

The evening brought news of Meloni's call with Trump before tomorrow's London meeting with Zelensky, positioning Italy between US and UK stances. Meanwhile, Pope Francis's condition remained stable after Thursday's bronchospasm crisis, though Vatican maintained reserved prognosis.

European leaders' responses revealed deepening divisions in Western unity, with Orban explicitly backing Trump's position and calling for direct EU-Moscow negotiations.
02.03.2025
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Sunday
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Day Peace Path Split Three Ways

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The London summit revealed three competing Western approaches to Ukraine peace. Morning coverage focused on Meloni's bilateral meeting with Starmer, emphasizing Western unity while expressing skepticism about European troop deployment. By noon, Starmer and Macron unveiled their month-long truce proposal, marking Britain and France's bid for diplomatic leadership.

Von der Leyen's call for urgent European rearmament contrasted with the Anglo-French peace initiative, while the US position, transmitted through diplomatic channels, insisted on American centrality in any peace process. Meloni positioned Italy between these approaches, advocating NATO framework primacy while maintaining dialogue with Trump.

Evening coverage revealed Baltic states' anger at their exclusion from the London talks, while Zelensky's meeting with King Charles III highlighted British diplomatic efforts. The Franco-British proposal gained only Canadian explicit support, indicating limited initial traction.
03.03.2025
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Monday
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Day Pope's Second Crisis Met Oscar's Night

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The morning coverage split between "Anora" winning five Oscars and Trump's escalating Ukraine statements. By noon, attention shifted to a vehicle attack in Mannheim, where two died and 25 were injured at a carnival market, with the perpetrator's far-right connections emerging later.

The afternoon brought concerning news of Pope Francis experiencing two acute respiratory insufficiency episodes, requiring bronchoscopies and mechanical ventilation - a significant deterioration from his previous stable condition. This medical crisis coincided with Trump announcing new agricultural tariffs against Canada and Mexico, while maintaining pressure on Zelensky to accept peace terms.

Evening coverage focused on the EU's draft summit document conditioning any Ukraine ceasefire on a comprehensive peace agreement, as reports emerged of plans to redirect structural funds toward a €200 billion defense package. The Vatican maintained reserved prognosis for the Pope.
04.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Trump Wall Made Europe Rearm

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Trump's suspension of military aid to Ukraine triggered two major responses. Von der Leyen announced "ReArm Europe," an €800 billion defense initiative, while Zelensky signaled readiness for immediate truce and rare earth minerals agreement.

Trump's new agricultural tariffs against Canada, Mexico, and China caused market turmoil, with European exchanges losing €367 billion. Milan closed -3.4%, with Stellantis particularly affected.

Two PD MEPs, Moretti and Gualmini, faced immunity removal requests in the Qatargate investigation, leading to their self-suspension from the EU parliamentary group.

Pope Francis's condition remained stable after yesterday's respiratory crises, continuing high-flow oxygen therapy without mask. The Vatican maintained reserved prognosis but reported no new crises during the day.
05.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Voice Of Nations Fell Silent

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Trump's State of the Union address dominated morning coverage, announcing Ukraine's readiness for peace talks and plans to acquire Greenland. Coverage shifted as Bruno Pizzul, RAI's iconic football commentator, died at 86. His passing marked the end of an era in Italian sports broadcasting.

By afternoon, Economy Minister Giorgetti rejected Von der Leyen's €800 billion European rearmament plan as "hasty and illogical," revealing growing rifts within both Italian government and EU leadership. Macron's proposal to extend France's nuclear deterrence to European allies emerged as a direct response to these divisions.

Evening coverage focused on Trump's suspension of intelligence sharing with Kiev, while Pope Francis's condition remained stable but required continued high-flow oxygen therapy. Inter's 2-0 victory against Feyenoord provided a rare moment of national unity amid deepening political divisions.
06.03.2025
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Thursday
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Day Europe Found Nuclear Shield

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Macron's offer of French nuclear deterrence to EU allies dominated morning coverage, prompting immediate Russian diplomatic response. By noon, Von der Leyen's presentation of the €800 billion ReArm Europe plan coincided with ECB's 0.25% rate cut, while Meloni rejected using cohesion funds for military spending.

Putin's afternoon response to Macron's nuclear shield proposal, comparing him to Napoleon, shifted media focus to escalating Franco-Russian tensions. The EU summit concluded with 26 states approving defense conclusions without Hungary, marking significant progress on European military integration despite internal divisions.

Evening coverage balanced between Pope Francis's first audio message since hospitalization - revealing a weakened but determined voice - and confirmation of next week's US-Ukraine meeting in Riyadh, suggesting potential movement on peace negotiations despite Trump's recent intelligence sharing suspension.
07.03.2025
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Friday
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Day France Armed Ukraine's Sky

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Ukraine's first combat use of French Mirage jets against Russian infrastructure raids marked a shift in European military support, following Macron's nuclear deterrence proposal. The Supreme Court ordered government compensation for migrants held aboard Diciotti in 2018, prompting reactions from Meloni and Salvini that revealed deepening institutional tensions.

By afternoon, Trump signaled openness to Russian negotiations while threatening new sanctions, as Putin indicated readiness for conditional peace talks. The Council of Ministers passed legislation making femicide a distinct criminal offense with life imprisonment penalties.

Evening coverage shifted to Syria's renewed violence with 229 reported deaths, while the Vatican maintained Pope Francis's condition as stable but complex. Trump's decision to cut Columbia University funding over antisemitism protection concerns closed the news cycle.
08.03.2025
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Saturday
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Day Putin Trapped Kursk Invaders As Satellites Dimmed

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International Women's Day mobilized protests across 60 Italian cities, with both Mattarella and Meloni addressing gender violence, while parliament established femicide as a distinct criminal offense carrying life imprisonment. From Hiroshima, Mattarella warned about Russia's "dangerous nuclear narrative," connecting to Macron's recent deterrence proposal.

Military news dominated as Russia advanced in Kursk, with reports indicating 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers risked encirclement following Trump's intelligence suspension. Multiple sources confirmed new US nuclear weapons deployment to Ghedi and Aviano bases, contextualizing Italy's role within NATO's evolving deterrence posture.

Sporting highlights included Federica Brignone's 36th World Cup victory in Are's giant slalom. Both Milan and Inter secured comeback victories, each overcoming two-goal deficits. The Vatican reported Pope Francis showed slight improvement with good response to therapy, though his prognosis remains reserved.
09.03.2025
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Sunday
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Day Musk Brandished Starlink Shield

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Elon Musk's declaration that Ukraine's frontline would collapse without Starlink dominated coverage, escalating into a diplomatic incident when he called Poland's foreign minister an "ometto" after suggestions of finding alternatives. By afternoon, Musk partially retreated, promising never to shut down Ukrainian terminals.

Russia continued advancing in Ukraine, capturing three villages in Kursk and Sumy regions, exploiting what papers described as a weakened Ukrainian position following Trump's intelligence suspension, now controlling one-fifth of Ukrainian territory.

Von der Leyen outlined her 100-day Commission report, indicating openness to common European debt for defense funding, aligning with her previous €800 billion ReArm Europe plan. Italian newspapers reported Defense Ministry plans to recruit 40,000 additional soldiers.

Pope Francis showed slight improvement with a "tranquil night" at Gemelli Hospital, managing to participate in Curia spiritual exercises via video connection.
10.03.2025
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Monday
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Day Market Burned Trillion Dollars As Ship Flames Rose

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Elon Musk's leverage of Starlink against Ukraine evolved into a clearer threat as he claimed Ukraine's defense would collapse without his satellites. Trump announced an imminent agreement on rare earth minerals with Ukraine within "2-3 days" while Zelensky arrived in Saudi Arabia for peace talks, with reports suggesting Kyiv might propose a partial ceasefire.

A major maritime collision between a US military tanker and cargo ship in the North Sea dominated midday coverage, with dozens injured and environmental disaster concerns mounting.

Financial markets experienced severe turbulence by afternoon, with Tesla stock crashing 14% and dragging down tech companies amid recession fears and concerns about Trump's tariff policies. By evening, Wall Street had lost one trillion dollars.

Pope Francis's health showed improvement with doctors lifting his prognosis, though continuing his treatment. Russia expelled two British diplomats accused of espionage as Kremlin sources described Russia-US negotiations as "long and difficult."
11.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Ukraine Accepted Ceasefire As Moscow Skies Filled With Drones

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Morning coverage focused on Ukraine's massive overnight drone attack on Russia, with 337 drones targeting Moscow and multiple regions, killing two or three people and shutting down airports. Von der Leyen's speech to the European Parliament declared "the time for illusions is over," calling for European rearmament against Russia.

Afternoon attention shifted to a major breakthrough in US-Ukraine talks in Jeddah, with Kyiv accepting a 30-day ceasefire proposal. The US subsequently lifted military aid restrictions. Trump announced plans to speak with Putin this week, expressing hope Russia would accept the truce.

Financial markets continued to struggle after Wall Street's trillion-dollar loss the previous day, with Trump escalating trade tensions by doubling Canadian steel and aluminum tariffs to 50%.

Italian judicial news saw the Garlasco murder case reopened after 18 years, with DNA evidence leading to new charges against Andrea Sempio.
12.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Rearmament Divided Italians As Tariff War Escalated

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The European Parliament approved the EU rearmament plan with 419 votes, splitting Italian political forces - FdI voting in favor, Lega against, and PD fractured between supporters and abstainers. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov called von der Leyen a "Führer" in response.

Trade tensions intensified as Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum took effect, prompting the EU to announce €26 billion in countermeasures targeting Republican-supporting states. Canada added its own $20 billion in retaliation, bringing the total to $46 billion. Trump promised to "respond and win."

The Ukraine ceasefire proposal saw contradictory signals - Zelensky expressed readiness for a 30-day truce despite distrust, while the Kremlin urged caution. Trump threatened "devastating financial sanctions" against Russia if fighting continued, announcing negotiators would travel to Moscow this week. Meanwhile, Putin visited Kursk, demanding its complete liberation as Ukrainian forces began withdrawing.
13.03.2025
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Thursday
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Day Naples Trembled While Putin Weighed Truce

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A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei area near Naples at 1:25 AM, described as the strongest in 40 years. Widespread panic sent residents into streets, with a building collapse in Pozzuoli requiring rescue operations. Eleven people were injured, including a 5-year-old child, and schools were closed.

Putin's response to the Ukraine ceasefire proposal dominated international coverage. Initially skeptical, with Kremlin officials claiming it would only allow Kyiv to "catch its breath," Putin later adjusted his stance, conditionally accepting a truce if it led to "a long-term peace" and addressed "root causes of the conflict." He maintained Ukrainian forces in Kursk "can only surrender or die" and suggested possible phone talks with Trump, who called Putin's response "promising but incomplete."

Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova renewed attacks against Italian President Mattarella, prompting Foreign Minister Tajani to summon the Russian ambassador.
14.03.2025
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Friday
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Day Floods Threatened Tuscany While Putin Met Trump's Messenger

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Putin's ceasefire conditions dominated morning coverage - freezing frontlines and stopping arms to Kyiv - with Trump calling his statements "promising" while Zelensky predicted ultimate rejection. By midday, discussions focused on Trump's request that Putin spare surrounded Ukrainian troops in Kursk, with Putin demanding their surrender first.

Severe weather intensified throughout the day, with red alerts issued in Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. The Arno River approached dangerous levels in Florence, prompting evacuations, school closures and business shutdowns in Prato. By evening, two earthquakes struck Italy - a 3.5 magnitude in Campi Flegrei near Naples and a stronger 4.6-4.7 tremor in Foggia province, felt across southern Italy.

Economic tensions continued with Lagarde warning of "serious repercussions" from trade wars, while UniCredit received ECB approval to increase its stake in Commerzbank to 29.9%.
15.03.2025
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Saturday
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Day Europe Filled Rome's Square While Meloni Drew Red Line

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British Prime Minister Starmer gathered 25 "willing" allies in a virtual meeting to discuss Ukraine's security, announcing a Thursday "operational military meeting." Prime Minister Meloni participated but firmly rejected sending Italian troops while emphasizing continued cooperation with the EU and US.

A pro-European demonstration in Rome's Piazza del Popolo drew 50,000 participants, with journalist Michele Serra declaring "we are many because we are a people" and writer Scurati making an appearance. The rally featured EU flags and no politicians on stage.

Meanwhile, Campi Flegrei near Naples experienced another earthquake measuring 3.9, the third in three days, felt throughout the city and prompting evacuations of 100 people.

In other news, the Vatican reported Pope Francis's health is improving after his hospitalization, while the US conducted raids against Houthi rebels in Yemen with Trump demanding Iran stop supporting them.
16.03.2025
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Sunday
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Day of Stranded Returns, from Rain-Soaked Circuits to Hospital Beds

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The Australian Grand Prix provided early morning drama as rain disrupted the race, with McLaren's Norris ultimately triumphing while Ferrari struggled and Italian rookie Antonelli impressed with a fifth-place finish. The newspapers incrementally tracked position changes throughout the race.

Meanwhile, the first photo of Pope Francis since his hospitalization emerged, showing him celebrating Mass at Gemelli Hospital while recovering from bilateral pneumonia.

US airstrikes killed 31 Houthi rebels in Yemen, with Trump monitoring the operation in real-time and Iran protesting. North Macedonia experienced tragedy as a nightclub fire killed at least 50 people.

Diplomatic developments continued as Trump's envoy Witkoff announced an expected Trump-Putin call this week, suggesting reduced distances between Russia and Ukraine. Zelensky responded by unveiling a new "Long Neptune" missile capable of reaching Moscow, while changing his military leadership.
17.03.2025
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Monday
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Day Trump's Call Promise Met Ukrainian Missile Revelation

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Trump's announced call with Putin dominated Italian coverage, with reports evolving from "distances have been reduced" to claims of being "closer than ever to peace." Media revealed Trump considers recognizing Crimea as Russian territory, while discussing Ukrainian territories and power plants.

Ukraine simultaneously unveiled its Long Neptune missile capable of reaching Moscow, suggesting military leverage despite diplomatic moves.

Pope Francis's first hospital photograph emerged, showing him celebrating Mass at Gemelli Hospital while expressing in a letter that "war seems even more absurd during illness."

Domestic crime stories developed throughout the day, with an 18-year-old arrested for encouraging Andrea Prospero's suicide via online chat, and revelations of a "sexual submission contract" in the policewoman murder case.

Macedonia erupted in riots following the nightclub fire that killed dozens, with protesters storming municipal buildings.
18.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Frozen Ceasefire Shattered At Both Fronts

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Two ceasefire collapses dominated Italian media. Before dawn, Israel resumed bombing Gaza, with death toll reports escalating from 100 to over 400 throughout the morning. Hamas claimed many women and children among casualties, while Israel justified the attack as preventive.

By afternoon, attention pivoted to the anticipated Trump-Putin call that lasted nearly three hours. Moscow announced a 30-day halt on attacks against Ukrainian energy infrastructure while demanding cessation of Western military aid as condition for broader peace. Zelensky expressed skepticism about Putin's intentions, while Scholz and Macron reaffirmed continued military support to Ukraine.

In domestic news, Draghi addressed Parliament about European defense, warning that Trump has undermined European security and calling for common EU debt to fund defense integration. Meloni later addressed the Senate, rejecting retaliatory tariffs against the US and opposing sending Italian troops to Ukraine.
19.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Ventotene Rejection Sparked Parliamentary Fury While Peace Signals Strengthened

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The Trump-Putin call aftermath continued to evolve, with their limited 30-day energy infrastructure ceasefire agreement gaining clarity. Trump later spoke with Zelensky in what both called an "excellent" conversation, with Zelensky remarkably declaring peace "possible this year" and Trump offering to help secure European air defense systems.

Domestically, Parliament erupted after Prime Minister Meloni declared "the Europe of the Ventotene Manifesto is not my Europe," causing two session suspensions amid opposition protests. Opposition leader Schlein called it an "outrage to memory," while later that evening, actor Roberto Benigni countered on television by celebrating Ventotene's "heroes" and the European project.

In Turkey, Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu's arrest as a primary Erdogan opponent sparked international concern, with protests banned and metro services closed to prevent demonstrations.

Pope Francis showed improvement, with mechanical ventilation suspended and oxygen needs reduced.
20.03.2025
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Thursday
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Day Hungary Stood Alone As Europe Pledged Peace Through Strength

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The European Council convened on defense and Ukraine, with 26 EU nations adopting conclusions without Hungary's participation - an unprecedented procedural maneuver. The declaration pledged "unwavering support" to Ukraine through "peace through strength," while Orbán's isolation underscored deepening EU divisions.

Meloni continued defending her controversial statements on the Ventotene Manifesto, claiming she was "insulted by the nostalgic left" while advocating for EU-funded defense without increasing national debt. ECB President Lagarde warned proposed US tariffs could cost Europe 0.3% of GDP.

Israel expanded ground operations in Gaza with reports of 95 Palestinian casualties, while Hamas fired rockets at Tel Aviv and protests erupted against Netanyahu's government.

In sports, Germany came from behind to defeat Italy 2-1 in Nations League, while Rome celebrated an €88.2 million Superenalotto winner who purchased just a €3 ticket.
21.03.2025
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Friday
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Day Heathrow Blackout Crossed Path With Constitutional Court Milestone

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The fire at London's Heathrow Airport dominated morning headlines, with the facility closed for 24 hours, affecting 260,000 travelers and causing over 1,350 flight cancellations. Disruptions were expected to last at least a week.

By midday, attention shifted to a landmark Constitutional Court ruling allowing singles to adopt foreign children, previously prohibited. Education Minister Valditara simultaneously banned gender-inclusive language in schools, citing "respect for Italian."

Two Italian skiers died in a Swedish avalanche while heliskiing, and tension flared at Campi Flegrei protests during Salvini's visit to Naples.

International developments included Trump claiming "outlines of an agreement" for Ukraine peace and announcing a new F-47 fighter. Reports emerged of a four-tier security model for Ukraine's future, combining Ukrainian forces with European and American support. By evening, significant protests erupted in Istanbul against Mayor Imamoglu's arrest.
22.03.2025
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Saturday
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Day Double Victory Marked Pope's Recovery And Hamilton's Ferrari Debut

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Lewis Hamilton's first Ferrari victory in China's Sprint Race dominated morning headlines, though McLaren's Piastri later secured pole position for Sunday's main race. Hamilton's triumph symbolized Ferrari's potential resurgence after recent struggles.

By afternoon, attention shifted to Pope Francis, who after 38 days of hospitalization will return to Vatican tomorrow. Doctors revealed the 87-year-old pontiff "risked his life twice" during his illness but has recovered from bilateral pneumonia, though requiring two months of convalescence.

International developments included reports that China may join the "Willing" coalition supporting Ukraine, with Meloni scheduled to attend a Paris peace summit Thursday. President Mattarella warned against "unjustified protectionism" threatening Italian exports, addressing ongoing US-EU trade tensions.

By evening, news broke of Federica Brignone winning the Alpine Skiing World Cup after final races in Sun Valley were canceled due to weather conditions.
23.03.2025
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Sunday
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Day Pope Returned While Peace Signals Mixed

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Pope Francis left Gemelli Hospital after a 37-day stay that had nearly cost him his life. Before returning to the Vatican, he appeared at a hospital window thanking supporters and made an unscheduled stop at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica. He continues using oxygen tubes during a prescribed two-month convalescence.

A building collapsed in Rome's Monteverde district following a gas explosion, with one man rescued with severe burns covering 70% of his body. Writer Roberto Saviano noted he had recently moved from the building.

In global affairs, US-Ukraine talks began in Riyadh with Trump claiming "only I can stop Putin" while his envoy Witkoff described Putin as "not bad." Israeli forces killed Hamas political leader Salah al-Bardawil in an airstrike and later targeted Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis.

The evening saw Italy dramatically recover from 3-0 down to draw 3-3 with Germany in Nations League, though Germany advanced to the semifinals.
24.03.2025
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Monday
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Day Riyadh Talks Stretched While Mattarella Slammed Tariffs

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US-Russia talks in Riyadh dominated headlines throughout the day, with negotiations continuing for 12 hours before ending without immediate agreement. Trump claimed discussions involved Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant ownership and rare earth minerals agreements with Ukraine, while Moscow denied any imminent deal signing.

President Mattarella delivered a forceful critique of tariffs during the Treaty of Rome anniversary, calling them "unacceptable" and asserting the EU has strength to counter these "unmotivated choices." His statements came as reports suggested Trump might implement "lighter" tariffs, potentially exempting autos, pharmaceuticals and chips.

Violence continued despite peace talks, with Russian attacks on Sumy hitting a school and pediatric hospital, injuring 88 people including 13 children. By evening, Israel arrested Hamdan Ballal, co-director of Oscar-winning documentary "No Other Land," with reports he was assaulted during detention.
25.03.2025
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Tuesday
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Day Black Sea Accord Emerged While Erba Case Closed

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US-Russia talks from yesterday yielded concrete results with an agreement on Black Sea navigation safety announced by afternoon. The deal, reportedly including stoppage of energy infrastructure attacks, represents the first tangible progress despite Moscow's demand for sanctions relief.

Ukraine revealed its first Long Neptune missile strike on Crimea while US intelligence warned of a Russian satellite potentially carrying nuclear weapons.

Three workplace fatalities occurred within hours of each other, the youngest victim being just 22 years old, continuing a disturbing trend of industrial accidents.

Minister Santanchè changed her legal team ahead of her INPS fraud trial, securing a postponement of proceedings.

By evening, the Supreme Court definitively rejected Rosa and Olindo's appeal in the Erba massacre case, ending years of legal battles.

In sports, Federica Brignone completed a remarkable season by securing her third World Cup trophy, adding the Giant Slalom title to her overall and downhill victories.
26.03.2025
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Wednesday
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Day Trump's Tariffs Landed After Pentagon Chat Fallout

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The morning newspapers extensively covered Trump's endorsement of Vance's comments describing Europeans as "parasites," with security advisor Waltz admitting responsibility for adding a journalist to a classified Pentagon chat. By mid-day, Justice Minister Nordio survived a no-confidence vote over the Almasri case, comparing opposition accusations to "Inquisition" tactics. Italy's economic vulnerabilities emerged with reports of 23.1% of the population at risk of poverty and €1.865 trillion in tax debts.

Following a high-level Ukraine strategy meeting at Palazzo Chigi, the government explicitly ruled out any Italian military participation in Ukraine. An explosion at the Perfetti candy factory in Milan sent a high column of smoke visible for kilometers.

The evening was dominated by Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on all non-US produced automobiles effective April 2, sending European markets tumbling and prompting "profound regret" from von der Leyen.
27.03.2025
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Thursday
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Day Trump's Tariffs Hammered Auto Markets While Paris Summit Affirmed Ukraine Support

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Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on all imported vehicles effective April 2 dominated the morning news, sending European auto stocks into sharp decline with Stellantis particularly affected. European markets reacted negatively as EU officials prepared "proportionate, well-calibrated and timely" countermeasures targeting Republican-majority states.

By midday, attention shifted to the Paris summit of 31 "willing" nations supporting Ukraine. President Macron emphasized that "Russia is pretending to negotiate" while confirming sanctions would remain in place. The meeting lacked unanimity on troop deployment, with Meloni explicitly ruling out Italian participation while calling for US involvement in negotiations.

A tourist submarine sinking near Hurghada in the Red Sea claimed six Russian lives with dozens rescued. By evening, President Mattarella urged the EU to make "no longer postponable decisions" on collective defense capabilities, reflecting growing security concerns.
28.03.2025
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Friday
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Day Myanmar Earthquake Overshadowed Putin's Peace Proposal

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A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar early morning, described as "300 times stronger than Amatrice." Coverage intensified throughout the day as the death toll reached 144 with 738 injured, though authorities feared thousands of casualties. A building collapsed in Bangkok, trapping dozens of workers.

Putin's proposal for a UN-administered transitional government in Ukraine followed by elections received modest attention but was overshadowed by the earthquake. Prime Minister Meloni rejected Macron's suggestion of sending troops to Ukraine while emphasizing Trump as "Italy's primary ally" in a Financial Times interview.

Markets continued declining amid concerns over impending US auto tariffs scheduled for April 2, continuing the previous day's sharp drop after Trump's announcement. By evening, Italy's government approved new regulations for citizenship and Albania migration centers, while Wall Street saw the Nasdaq plummet 2.70%.
29.03.2025
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Saturday
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Day Myanmar Death Toll Mounted While Poste Expanded Into Tim

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The devastating Myanmar earthquake dominated coverage throughout the day as the death toll rose dramatically from 150 to over 1,000, with experts warning casualties could reach 10,000. Reports detailed 90 people trapped in a Mandalay building and 12 children killed in a collapsed school, while the military junta continued bombing rebel areas despite the disaster.

Prime Minister Meloni balanced relations with Europe and Trump at the Azione congress, stating "I stand with Italy, which stands with Europe" while defending Western unity. She criticized the idea of an EU "without defense like a hippie community," prompting Schlein to label the government "improvised."

By evening, Poste Italiane acquired Vivendi's 15% stake in Tim for €684 million, becoming the largest shareholder with nearly 25%. Israel launched ground operations in Rafah while admitting to striking ambulances in Gaza. Moscow announced Italian fighter Yuri Previtali's death in Ukraine, though later reports indicated he was alive.
30.03.2025
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Sunday
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Day Trump Threatened Putin And Iran As Myanmar Mourned Thousands

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The Myanmar earthquake continued to dominate early coverage with the death toll rising to at least 1,700, potentially reaching 10,000, as rescuers extracted survivors including a pregnant woman from rubble in Mandalay.

By midday, focus shifted to Trump's aggressive rhetoric targeting multiple adversaries. He declared himself "very angry" with Putin, threatening 25% tariffs on Russian petroleum without an agreement on Ukraine, with plans to speak with him within the week. Trump also warned Iran of potential bombings absent a nuclear deal. Meanwhile, a mysterious Russian drone was detected surveilling the EU's Joint Research Center on Lake Maggiore, containing nuclear security facilities and Leonardo defense infrastructure, prompting an investigation by Milan authorities.

Domestic politics saw tensions within the center-right coalition as Tajani criticized the Lega's anti-EU stance, stating Italy needs "builders, not wreckers," while Meloni's comments about Europe becoming a "hippie community" without defense sparked opposition criticism.
31.03.2025
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Monday
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Day Le Pen's Fall Crossed With Trump's Threats And Market Tremors

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Marine Le Pen's conviction and five-year ineligibility dominated Italian coverage, with the Paris court's decision removing her from the 2027 presidential race. The €2.9 million EU funds fraud case prompted immediate support from Putin, Orban, and right-wing leaders who called it "the execution of democracy."

Trump's escalating rhetoric toward Putin continued from yesterday, threatening increased oil sanctions if Russia doesn't accept a ceasefire, while the Kremlin suggested a phone call between them was possible. Global markets fell sharply as Trump's universal "reciprocal tariffs" loomed, with Milan dropping nearly 2% while gold reached record highs above $3,100.

By evening, Italian papers reported Putin signing Russia's largest military mobilization order in 14 years while news broke of a shocking murder in Messina, where a 22-year-old nursing intern was stabbed to death in the street.
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