Italy: running stories
The subjects the local press of Italy returned to on two days or more, each kept as one page: what happened, day by day, every source linked.
Running stories
- Markets Italian markets surge after US midterms Italian stock markets have rallied following the US midterm elections, with oil and gas prices dropping significantly. 4 Nov 2026 – 9 Nov 2026 · 2 briefings
- Disruption Nationwide protests disrupt Italy's cities and ports A nationwide strike and subsequent protests across Italy have caused significant disruptions in major cities and ports, impacting logistics and public services. 30 Oct 2026 – 7 Nov 2026 · 2 briefings
- Internal tension Italy arrests linked to January protest violence Italian police have arrested 19 individuals linked to the Askatasuna group for their involvement in violent protests on January 31. 9 Oct 2026 – 5 Nov 2026 · 2 briefings
- Disruption Cyberattacks disrupt Italian supermarket refrigeration systems Cyberattacks have targeted refrigeration systems in Italian supermarkets, causing significant disruptions and prompting government action. 2 Nov 2026 – 4 Nov 2026 · 3 briefings
- Regulation Italy's 2027 budget: tax cuts and pension adjustments Italy's Council of Ministers approved a 26 billion euro budget for 2027, introducing tax cuts and pension adjustments. 28 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Markets ECB interest rate decisions amid inflation concerns The ECB has navigated interest rate changes in response to inflation, maintaining rates at 2.5% after initial expectations of a hike. 21 Sep 2026 – 29 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Disruption Italy prepares for national strike on 30 October The USB and Cobas unions have called a national strike on 30 October, impacting various sectors and prompting protests across major cities. 28 Oct 2026 – 29 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
Earlier stories
- Internal tension Student protests across Italy over Government policies Student protests have escalated in Turin and spread to Rome and Bologna, addressing government policies and the rising cost of living. 16 Oct 2026 – 25 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Disruption Truckers' Strike disrupts southern Italy A truckers' strike in Southern Italy has caused major disruptions, including fuel shortages and blocked highways, with significant economic losses reported. 16 Oct 2026 – 24 Oct 2026 · 5 briefings
- Internal tension Ex Ilva workers strike and protests amid shutdown orders Ex Ilva workers have initiated strikes and protests in response to a court-ordered shutdown, demanding job security and clarity on future operations. 12 Oct 2026 – 19 Oct 2026 · 4 briefings
- Politics Italy's budget challenges and EU submission Italy's budget faces a €29 billion shortfall, followed by a €23.5 billion budget plan submission to the EU addressing social spending and deficit goals. 11 Oct 2026 – 15 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Safety & health Severe weather causes flooding in Lipari and Southern Italy Severe weather has led to flooding in Lipari and Southern Italy, disrupting transport and tourism operations as emergency services respond to the crisis. 10 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Disruption Tuscany faces severe weather disruptions Tuscany has issued an orange weather alert for storms and floods, leading to school and park closures across the region. 7 Oct 2026 – 8 Oct 2026 · 2 briefings
- Regulation Eni implements fuel price cap amid rising costs in Italy Eni has set a price cap for diesel and petrol, but rising taxes have led to increased diesel prices shortly after. 25 Sep 2026 – 7 Oct 2026 · 3 briefings
- Disruption Stellantis production halts at Mirafiori and Melfi plants Stellantis has announced temporary production halts at its Mirafiori and Melfi plants due to supply chain challenges affecting hundreds of workers. 22 Sep 2026 – 25 Sep 2026 · 3 briefings