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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Far-right leaders unite in Italy ahead of EU elections"

Far-right leaders from various European countries gathered in Florence, Italy, for a conference hosted by Italy's Deputy Prime Minister, Matteo Salvini, to prepare for the upcoming European Parliament elections. The conference aimed to unite the elected members of the Identity and Democracy group, which includes parties such as the League, Rassemblement National, and Alternative for Germany, in order to challenge the dominant bureaucratic structure of the EU. The leaders emphasized the importance of national sovereignty and the need for decisions to be made by those who understand and love their respective nations.

via Euronews|

#eu-elections #europe #far-right

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Far-right parties unite to challenge EU establishment in upcoming elections

Europe's far-right leaders kicked off their EU-wide election campaign at a rally in Florence, Italy, hosted by the hardline Identity and Democracy (ID) group. Matteo Salvini, leader of Italy's right-wing Lega party, called for a Europe without socialists and aimed to make ID the third-largest group in the European Parliament. The speakers criticized the EU's Green Deal, illegal migration, and political correctness, but were divided on the war in Ukraine. The rally was met with left-wing protests, and tensions arose between rival nationalist groups.

via POLITICO Europe|

#eu #europe #euroskepticism

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Turkish-Israeli tensions escalate as Erdogan supports Hamas

Italian Vice-Premier Matteo Salvini has condemned Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for calling Hamas a liberation group, stating that such words do not help de-escalate the conflict. Salvini plans to propose a formal protest and summon the Turkish Ambassador. Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed concern for the hostages held by Hamas and called for their immediate release. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto also met with a delegation of family members of Israelis murdered or kidnapped by Hamas, pledging to continue efforts to free the hostages.

via EURACTIV|

#hamas #international-relations #italy

immigration2 years ago•2 min saved

Italy's Meloni Acknowledges Disappointment in Handling Soaring Migration Numbers

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, leader of the far-right Brothers of Italy party, has admitted disappointment in controlling irregular immigration since her party's election victory. The number of migrants arriving on boats from North Africa has nearly doubled in a year, with over 130,000 registered so far in 2022. Meloni called on the EU for assistance, while her coalition partner, Matteo Salvini, rejected EU efforts and advocated for a tougher approach. The government has restricted rescue ship activities, promoted repatriation, and introduced a decree requiring migrants awaiting asylum decisions to pay a deposit or risk detention. Italy's centre-left Democratic Party criticized the right's approach as ineffective and lacking respect for human rights.

via Euronews|

#far-right-party #giorgia-meloni #immigration

finance2 years ago•2 min saved

Italian Bank Shares Plummet as Government Imposes Surprise Windfall Tax

Italian banking shares experienced a significant decline after the government approved a 40% windfall tax on lenders' "excess" profits in 2023. This tax, which will be used to cut taxes and support mortgage holders, will impact banks' capital, profit, and cost of equity. The tax applies to "excess" net interest income resulting from higher interest rates and will be paid within six months after the end of the financial year. The introduction of this tax may lead to Italian banks increasing their cost of deposits to reduce extra profit.

via CNBC|

#finance #italian-banks #matteo-salvini

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Far-right leaders plan global summit while Brazil offers to host Amazon rainforest alliance meeting in August.

Portuguese far-right party Chega will host a world summit in Lisbon in May with several far-right party leaders, including former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro and Italian deputy prime minister Matteo Salvini. Chega's president, Andre Ventura, said the presence of Bolsonaro, Salvini, and other European right-wing leaders would make Lisbon one of the strongest new centers of the right in Europe and a world reference in the fight against socialism. Chega became the third-largest party in parliament in Portugal's 2022 elections.

via Reuters|

#chega #far-right #jair-bolsonaro