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War in Ukraine
‘The Intelligence Community Needs a Fresh Start’ – Ukraine at War Update for Jan. 17
US House Speaker installed isolationist to replace Pro-Ukraine Intel Chair; Kyiv and Moscow may be engaged in secret talks in Qatar; Dutch and Italian ministers in Kyiv announce new aid packages.
Jan. 17, 2025
Europe
Ukraine’s Sole Supporter in Trump’s Right-Wing Euro-Clique Scores a Win
After Italian PM Meloni’s visit to Trump’s Florida resort, a journalist is suddenly freed from an Iranian prison. Is there a correlation? Does Giorgia Meloni have the president-elect’s ear?
Jan. 10, 2025
Ukraine
Meloni ‘Expresses Solidarity’ for Ukraine, Strengthening Defense Commitment with Zelensky
Zelensky met Italian PM Meloni in Rome after attending Ramstein in Germany alongside other world leaders to discuss strengthening support for Ukraine and potential peace initiatives.
Jan. 10, 2025
Russia
Pro-Russian Hacker Group Launches Cyberattacks on Italian Airports and Foreign Ministry
Italy is investigating cyberattacks by pro-Russian group NoName057(16) targeting Milan’s airports and the Foreign Ministry on Saturday in another example of the rising use of hybrid warfare tactics.
Dec. 28, 2024
Italy
Music as Response to Russian Missile Attacks
Two Puccini operas staged at the Odesa Opera House in collaboration with Italian institutions exemplify the port city’s defiance of Russia’s attempts to bomb Ukrainians into capitulation.
Dec. 28, 2024
Europe
OPINION: Giorgia Meloni: Bridge Between Europe and America in Defense of Ukraine
Despite initial concerns that her links to right-wing populists might lead Giorgia Meloni to waver in her support for Ukraine, she has proven to be a steadfast ally.
Dec. 19, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘People Can’t Go Back to Those Cities: There’s Nothing There’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 17
Trump calls the war “the worst carnage the world has seen since WWII”; Putin touts territorial gains in “landmark year” for Russia; Italy packs up tenth aid package for Kyiv but prepares for peace.
Dec. 17, 2024
War in Ukraine
Biden to Trump: ‘Get a Life, Man’ – Ukraine at War Update for Oct. 11
Italy to host next Ukraine reconstruction summit; Biden angrily targets disinformation about hurricane relief in US; Another tank explodes at targeted Russian oil depot in Crimea.
Oct. 11, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘A Plan That Can Work’ – Ukraine at War Update for Sept. 18
Central Asia proposes oil route for Europe to bypass Russia; US says it has reviewed Zelensky’s new peace plan; Rome apologizes for delay of air defense system arrival, scheduled for end of the month.
Sept. 18, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘It Would Mean That NATO Is at War With Russia’ – Ukraine at War Update for Sept. 13
Putin warns of war with West if long-range missiles are used in Russia; Rome summons Moscow’s ambassador over FSB’s targeting of reporter; US sanctions on Russia have hit IT sector hard, Kyiv says.
Sept. 13, 2024
Zelensky
Italy PM States ‘Determined’ Support as Zelensky Presses Allies
Zelensky had on Friday addressed the European House-Ambrosetti forum, hours after pressing for more weapons at a meeting of allies at Ramstein Air Base in Germany.
Sept. 7, 2024
War in Ukraine
Italy Defends Media Independence After Moscow Envoy Summoned
The ambassador defended the media independence of the news crew in response to Moscow's accusation that they entered the border illegally to cover Ukraine's Kursk incursion.
Aug. 17, 2024
Italy
Italians Donate Equipment to Odesa Hospital
In the ongoing cooperation between Italy and Odesa, the first Italian private hospital group has donated electromedical devices to the Odesa City Hospital No.1
July 1, 2024
Zelensky
G7 Leaders Gather in Italy For Talks Dominated by Ukraine
It comes at a sensitive time, with wars raging in Ukraine and Gaza and with Biden, Macron and Britain's Rishi Sunak all facing elections in the coming weeks and months.
June 11, 2024
Italy
Far-Right Parties Gaining Ground in Slovakia and Italy Shift EU Politics
Polls ahead of the EU vote suggested that far-right parties could claim around a quarter of the 720 seats in the incoming EU parliament. These far-right groups often oppose assisting Ukraine.
June 8, 2024
Italy
Where Does Italy Stand in Ukraine?
Odesa resident and Italian citizen Ugo Poletti talks to Kyiv Post about how Italy's connection to Ukraine has spurred the current government in Rome to deepen its support.
June 6, 2024