Europe - Mediterranean
Italy’s Webuild Begins Recruitment for Messina Strait Bridge Project
Webuild recruits for the delayed Messina Strait Bridge, expected completion by 2033.
Almost 4,400 people abused by priests in Italy, victims’ group alleges
Nearly 4,400 abuse cases by Catholic priests in Italy since 2020 highlight the ongoing crisis and church's inadequate response.
Why does the joint prayer of Pope Leo and King Charles symbolise reconciliation?
King Charles’ joint prayer with Pope Leo marks historic Anglican-Catholic reconciliation.
Greece bans protests near memorial outside parliament
Greece's parliament banned demonstrations near a war memorial, prompting criticism for violating public rally rights.
Antonio Tejero, Leader of Spain’s 1981 Coup Attempt, Dies at 93
Antonio Tejero, Leader of Spain’s 1981 Coup Attempt, Dies at 93
UPDATED: King Charles and Pope Leo pray together in a 500-year first
King Charles and Pope Leo held historic joint prayers in the Vatican, marking a significant moment for England.
France’s jailed ex-president Sarkozy targeted by death threats
France's ex-president Sarkozy to be protected by police officers in prison
Italy’s Retirement Age to Rise to Nearly 69 by 2050, Istat Forecasts
Italy's retirement age will rise, impacting workforce participation rates.
Italy’s Meloni marks three years in power
Giorgia Meloni maintains popularity, yet lacks ambition for necessary Italian economic reforms.
Italy’s Birth Rate Falls to Record Low, Istat Reports
Italy’s births decline continues, reaching historic lows and record-low fertility.
La Sante: The prison where France’s ex-President Sarkozy will serve his sentence
Nicolas Sarkozy begins serving a five-year prison term for criminal conspiracy related to Libyan campaign financing.
UPDATED: French ex-president Sarkozy begins jail sentence
Nicolas Sarkozy begins a five-year prison sentence for campaign finance conspiracy linked to Libya.