Controversy Surrounds Italy PM's Partner's Rape Remarks

Andrea Giambruno, partner of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has faced criticism for appearing to blame young women for rape by suggesting they should avoid getting drunk. Giambruno's comments came in the context of recent gang rape cases in Italy. Meloni has announced her visit to Caivano to show solidarity with residents following a gang rape incident in the town. The mother of one of the victims has reported receiving threats and abuse from their neighborhood. Giambruno has defended his remarks, claiming they were taken out of context, while critics argue that victim-blaming is unacceptable.