Southern States Want More Europe, Northerners Wary
Support for ever-closer union remains high in Europe’s south. Northerners want powers back.
Italy
Italy Joins Call for Deeper Political Integration in Eurozone
The sort of political union Italy seeks in the eurozone is closer to France’s vision than Germany’s.
Tax Cuts Could See Renzi Clash with Commission
Europe would have to overlook Italy’s budget transgressions, once again, if it cuts €35 billion in taxes.
Italian Regional Elections Disappointment for Renzi
Italian voters fail to give Prime Minister Matteo Renzi a boost for his reform efforts.
Italy’s Renzi Faces Test for Reforms in Local Elections
Another victory could vindicate the prime minister’s efforts to shake up Italy’s economy and political system.
Renzi Sees Off Critics, Pushes Through Italian Voting Reform
An overhaul of the voting system should make it easier for the social democrat to win reelection.
Farage’s Euroskeptic Alliance Far from United
The two largest parties in the Europe of Freedom and Direct Democracy group seldom vote the same way.
Italy’s Renzi Loosens Reins on Spending
Having barely made an effort to shrink the state, Italy’s leader starts talking about stimulus.
In Italy, Berlusconi Comeback Seems Farfetched
The political right is divided. Italians are altogether tired of the former prime minister.
Egypt Strikes Libya Islamists, Italy Wary of Intervention
Egypt calls for an international effort to “defeat terrorism” in Libya. Italy isn’t so sure.
Berlusconi’s Party Says Reform Pact with Renzi Broken
Conservatives are angry they weren’t consulted on the election of Italy’s new president.
Tsipras Wins Italian Backing. France, Germany Guarded
Italy’s Matteo Renzi promises Greece the “strongest possible support.”
Senate Backs Renzi-Berlusconi Pact, Some Leftists Angered
Some left-wing Italian lawmakers are angered by their leader’s cooperation with Silvio Berlusconi.
Italy’s Renzi Wins Senate Support for Electoral Reforms
A vote in the Italian Senate paves the way for an overhaul of the Italian electoral system.
Italy’s North-South Divide Worsening
Southern cities are falling behind in terms of economic development and governance.