Italy

Pope Leo had lobe of lung removed as doctors found cancer, Vatican says

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo has lung cancer following surgery to remove part of his right lung. Doctors said more information is needed to determine the cancer's stage and prognosis.

 Pope Leo XIV speaks as he attends a meeting with the authorities, civil society and the diplomatic corps in Luanda, Angola, April 18, 2026.
Pope Leo celebrates Mass marking the start of the academic year at the Pontifical Universities in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, October 8, 2026.

Pope Leo announces upcoming surgery for small growth on lung

 People demonstrate to express support for the Palestinians during a protest in Milan, Italy October 14, 2023; Illustrative.

Italy deports two foreign nationals suspected of attacking Milan Chabad emissary

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, US, September 24, 2026.

At least 75 pro-Palestinian protests planned worldwide on Oct. 7 anniversary, many deemed high risk


Italy's antisemitism definition vote draws staunch criticism despite no criminal provisions

Italy's Senate passed the bill adopting the IHRA definition into Italian law by a vote of 105–24, with 21 abstentions, on March 4, 2026. The bill is now in general debate in the Chamber of Deputies.

FILE PHOTO: Italian ministers address the lower house of the parliament over the latest developments in Iran and the Middle East Wednesday, 30th September 2026

Italian prisoner accused of Hamas financing appears in video sermon praising Gaza fighters

Palestiniana activist Riyad Albustanji gave a sermon from his high-security cell in Sardinia's Bancali prison in Sassari with terminology that Italy's Il Giornale says resembled terror groups'.

Hamas supporter Riyad Albustanji stands alongside other Hamas supporters in this picture posted on social media.

At least two dead, six reported missing after migrant shipwreck off Tunisia's coast

Sea-Watch rescued another 23 survivors, including a toddler, from an offshore oil and gas platform where they had taken refuge after the shipwreck.

A migrant stands on the deck of rescue ship "Ocean Viking" operated by the NGO SOS Mediterranee as waves crash against the ship sailing in the Mediterranean Sea, near Italy, on January 2, 2026

Israir awaits final approval for Tokyo, Miami flights, adds new European destinations for 2027

The announcement came following an earlier announcement by Israir on Sunday that it will expand its operations in Morocco to two weekly flights starting in November.

Israir Airlines Airbus A330.

Explora I: A luxury cruise between Italy and the French Riviera - review

Three days aboard a floating luxury resort, sailing from Italy to Monaco with sunrise yoga, endless pools, fine dining, and a taste of life at sea.

A view of Explora I's Astern Pool.

Italy charges three adults, 14 minors with neo-Nazi, white supremacist activity-linked offenses

In the online groups and chatrooms, the suspects praised Adolf Hitler and shared instructions for making and detonating homemade explosives designed to maximize lethal impact.

Weapons and extremist materials uncovered by Italian law enforcement during an investigation into online neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups.

Europe is changing – and that may be good news for Israel - opinion

The combination of a weakened center-left in several countries, a strengthening Right, growing pushback against extremism at protests, and the return of security concerns may help things for Israel.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni looks on as she waits for the arrival of President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides, at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, February 26, 2026.

Milan rabbi attacked by three men while waiting for bus, police arrest one suspect

A 20-year-old Tunisian man was arrested on suspicion of "religiously motivated violence," while two other young men are suspected of involvement in the attack.

The Jewish Brigade and members of the Milan Jewish community during a parade celebrating Italy's Liberation Day on April 25, 2026.

Exploring Jewish history on an Adriatic cruise - review

Join a seven-night luxury cruise uncovering Jewish history in Greek caves, Game of Thrones sets, and Europe's oldest active Sephardi synagogue.

THE PARTHENON TEMPLE on the Acropolis in Athens. Exterior scaffolding was removed in 2025, improving the view.

Milan Jewish woman describes what it's like to be Jewish amid rising antisemitism - interview

"Why do our children have to go to school every day under heavy police escort?" Dalia Gubbay, Vice President of the Jewish Community of Milan, said.

Pro Israel protest in Milan, Italy.