Greece’s debt is set to fall sharply while Italy’s rises slightly, marking a historic shift after years in which Athens held the highest debt burden in the euro area.

The four Mediterranean EU states agreed on closer coordination to manage potential migration pressures linked to Middle East instability, stressing border protection, legal compliance and stronger European cooperation to prevent a repeat of past crises

Antenna Group is accelerating the development of GEDI’s radio stations, with the aim of creating a strong hub in the Mediterranean, and is expanding its activities into streaming, podcasts, documentaries, music production and film

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni cites escalating Middle East conflicts as Rome halts automatic renewal of a military cooperation agreement, signaling a shift despite Italy’s traditionally close ties with Israel

Italy has refused permission for U.S. aircraft to use a key Sicily air base en route to the Middle East, citing lack of formal authorization and consultation, as political pressure mounts over involvement in regional conflicts.

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni travels to Algiers to secure alternative gas supplies after Iranian strikes disrupted Qatar exports, with Italy exploring deals from Algeria, the U.S., and Azerbaijan.

Financial Times reports that european governments are seeking guarantees for safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as energy flows remain disrupted and Iran’s new supreme leader vows to keep the key waterway closed

On March 7, 1947, Greece formally assumed administration of the Dodecanese islands in Rhodes, completing the country’s final territorial expansion of the 20th century amid both celebration and the practical challenges of transition.

After Greece, Italy, Spain, France and the Netherlands are deploying naval assets to guard the skies over Cyprus after Iranian-made drones struck a British military base on the island, with London facing criticism for a slow response.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says Italy will provide air defense support to Gulf states to protect citizens, troops, and energy interests, while respecting existing U.S. military base agreements

Italian prosecutors are investigating a 25-year-old ambulance driver accused of killing elderly patients during routine medical transports. Authorities suspect the victims died from air embolisms allegedly caused with syringes

A famous natural rock formation in southern Italy, popular for proposals, collapsed after heavy storms and rough seas, highlighting how extreme weather events and climate change are reshaping coastlines across the Mediterranean

Laegreid admitted that three months ago, he had made what he considered the biggest mistake of his life by being unfaithful.

Lindsey Vonn, competing despite a significant knee injury, fell shortly after leaving the start, sparking immediate concern among spectators and fellow competitors.

The striking outfits, along with the uniforms worn by athletes and officials, were creations of fashion house Giorgio Armani

Italy faces political backlash as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel are deployed to protect American delegations at the Milano Cortina Games, though Italian authorities say ICE will not patrol public streets

Recognition is a step toward safeguarding the country’s culinary heritage and protecting it from misuse and imitation.

In 2024, one-third of Greek exports to Italy were agri-food products, while petroleum product exports accounted for 22.56%.