Italy

Europeans worry:

Sanctions on Ben Gvir may strengthen him

European Union, out to sanction National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, begins to worry move may help him in the upcoming elections.

'Knowingly harmed Israel'

Ben-Gvir confronts activists, sparks international incident

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir drew fierce backlash after filming detained Gaza flotilla activists at Ashdod Port.

Eight injured in suspected attack in Italy

According to the report, about four of the injured are in serious condition, and one woman was crushed against a shop window and suffered severe leg injuries.

Israel condemns anti-Israel protests at Venice Biennale

Italy’s government rejects boycott calls and reaffirms support for Israel’s participation in the Biennale, despite anti-Israel protests outside the Israeli pavilion during the prestigious international art exhibition.

Italian Jews condemn arrest over parade shooting

Jewish man arrested for allegedly firing pellet gun at left-wing activists in Rome.

Holocaust memorial vandalized in Italy, Israel condemns

Israel’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemns the vandalism of Holocaust memorial “stumbling stones" in Turin, describing the act as moral depravity driven by pure hatred.

Italy:

Pro-Palestinians force Jewish group out of Milan WWII parade

Pro-Palestinian activists blocked a Jewish Brigade group during Milan’s Liberation Day march, sparked a wider political dispute in Italy over memory, identity, and the Gaza war.

Germany, Italy reject calls to suspend EU-Israel cooperation deal

Germany and Italy firmly reject calls by Spain and Ireland to suspend the EU's cooperation agreement with Israel. German FM calls the proposal inappropriate.

Sa'ar blasts Lapid: Ignorance and folly

After Lapid refers to Italy's suspension of security cooperation with Israel as “an embarrassing failure", Sa'ar fires back: "He is quick to lecture Israel from the sidelines."

Italy suspends defense agreement with Israel

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced that 'in light of the current situation' her country would not renew the defense agreement with Israel

European ministers warn Israel over death penalty bill

Germany, France, Italy and the UK voice concern over proposed Israeli legislation allowing death penalty for terrorists, claiming harm to human rights and 'inhumane' punishment.

Western leaders call on Israel to stop war in Lebanon

Five Western countries criticized Israel's military actions in Lebanon and called for efforts to prevent a large-scale military operation.

Western leaders warn:

'Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon will have consequences'

Leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy and the UK condemn Hezbollah attacks on Israel but warn that a major Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon could have severe consequences.

Amid rising tensions

Countries warn citizens against travel to Israel and Iran

Several countries, including France, Britain, and Germany, advise citizens against traveling to Israel and Iran due to escalating tensions. Warnings include heightened security risks and possible border closures.

Over Olympic incident

Italian state TV apologizes to Jewish community

Italy’s RAI apologizes after an off-air remark to “avoid" the Israeli team aired during Olympic coverage. Israel’s ambassador condemns the comment as discriminatory.

Over constitution

Italy rules out joining Trump’s Board of Peace

Italy will not join President Trump’s Board of Peace, with Foreign Minister Tajani saying constitutional limits make participation impossible despite Rome’s close ties with Washington.

As Winter Olympics begin:

Suspected sabotage disrupts northern Italy train lines

Italian authorities probing suspected sabotage on northern rail lines after major delays as the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics opened.

Keep door open to talks

Merz, Meloni question Trump’s Peace Board

Germany and Italy say Trump’s Peace Board must change before they can join, while Spain declines outright.

Israel strikes against Hamas in Europe

Intelligence information transferred by Israel to Italy helped expose Hamas's terrorist infrastructure in Europe. Seven operatives were arrested, including Hamas's head in Europe, Mohammed Hannoun.

Millions of euro bound for Hamas seized in Italy

Italian police arrested nine suspects, including the president of the Palestinians' association in the country, on suspicion that they raised millions of euros for Hamas under the guise of humanitarian aid.

Western states condemn approval of new Judea, Samaria communities

A group of Western and allied countries condemned Israel’s approval of 19 new communities in Judea and Samaria, calling the move unilateral and harmful to regional stability and peace efforts.

After UNIFIL

Italy seeks to keep military presence in Lebanon

Italy plans to keep troops in Lebanon after UNIFIL ends in 2026, with Defense Minister Guido Crosetto vowing continued military and training support for the Lebanese armed forces.

Captivity survivor in Italy:

'Islamic Jihad murdered me mentally every single day'

Rom Braslavski, survivor of Hamas captivity, tells a conference of Italy’s ruling party about the October 7 massacre and his trauma in captivity: "I saw young and beautiful women riddled with bullets."

At Olympic torch relay

Italian police block pro-Palestinian Arab protesters

Italian police stop pro-Palestinian Arab activists from disrupting the Milan Cortina Olympic torch relay in Rome, as others wave flags at La Sapienza.

Man impersonated his dead mother to collect her pension

A 56-year-old Italian man is suspected of hiding his mother's body and posing as her for two years to continue receiving her monthly pension. He was arrested at the local Interior Ministry office.

Sa'ar

'We know for certain Hamas can release more hostages'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar participates in a panel at the MED conference in Naples, hosted by Italy's Foreign Minister, Antonio Tajani, expresses concern about the violation of the agreement on the issue of the hostages by Hamas, and calls on the mediators to work towards an immediate solution.

Italy bans rally honoring anniversary of Hamas massacre

Authorities in Bologna ban anti-Israel rally marking the anniversary of October 7, amid nationwide unrest. Israeli envoy intervenes; Milan Jews hold discreet memorial under police protection.

'Dirty Jews, burn'

Rome kosher bakery defaced with antisemitic graffiti

Kosher bakery in Rome vandalized with antisemitic graffiti. The incident comes as Italy sees a dramatic rise in antisemitic hate crimes.

Anti-Israel demonstration in Barcelona turns violent

A protest in Barcelona against Israel’s Gaza policies turned violent, injuring 20 officers and leading to multiple arrests, while similar rallies took place across southern Europe.

Greece, Italy urge Gaza flotilla to halt

Greece and Italy urged the Global Sumud Flotilla to halt its Gaza mission, backing US President Trump’s peace initiative and calling for safe, coordinated delivery of aid.

Macron:

'Hamas must accept Trump’s deal and free all hostages'

France and Italy back Trump’s Gaza peace plan, urging Hamas to release hostages and disarm. PM Meloni says the proposal could end hostilities and ensure humanitarian access.

Spain, Italy deploy warships to protect Gaza flotilla

Spain and Italy send ships to assist citizens on board boats attempting to enter Gaza. Italian PM calls on aid to be transferred via Cyprus, calling flotilla 'gratuitous, dangerous, and irresponsible.'

Tear gas and chaos:

Italian cities rocked by anti-Israel demonstrations

Violent anti-Israel protests sweep Italy as dockworkers block ports and clashes erupt in Milan, Rome, and Naples. PM Meloni condemns the unrest, warning of consequences for Italian citizens.

Jewish family faces anti-Israel harassment during Venice vacation

Haim Tuito, professional photographer and Chabad hassid, and his family were just trying to enjoy their vacation in Venice when they were harassed with anti-Israel slogans.

Panic on Italian island:

Strange cylinder with Hebrew inscriptions spooks locals

Discovery of a Hebrew-marked cylinder off Lampedusa fuels alarm in Italy, with speculation over satellites, military debris, and growing political outcry.

Italian soccer coaches call for Israel's suspension

Italy's Coaches' Association urges the Italian soccer federation to seek Israel's suspension from international competitions.

Debunked:

COGAT fact-checks British media on malnutrion claims

The IDF has published a rebuttal of claims in British media that a Palestinian woman allowed to leave Gaza for medical treatment had died of malnutrition.

Italy:

Orthodox Jewish tourists targeted in violent Venice attack

Three men allegedly used water, a dog, and antisemitic insults in a late-night assault on an American Jewish couple near Venice’s Rialto Bridge.

UK, allies urge immediate Gaza ceasefire

Joint declaration by UK, EU official, and 25 nations denounces humanitarian conditions in Gaza, criticizes Israeli policy, and urges immediate ceasefire and hostage release.

Italy's President to Israel:

'Unacceptable to deny Gaza aid, ceasefire needed'

Italian President Mattarella criticizes Israel, demanding immediate humanitarian aid access to Gaza and an "immediate ceasefire."

Greta Thunberg joins flotilla attempting to breach Gaza blockade

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and 11 others are sailing on the Madleen, a Freedom Flotilla vessel, from Sicily towards Gaza, claim they will be challenging “Israel's siege” on the Strip.

Italy urges Israel to halt Gaza war, citing 'unacceptable forms'

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani calls for an immediate halt to Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip, deeming its forms "absolutely dramatic and unacceptable."

Israelis expelled from a restaurant in Naples

Israeli tourists were expelled from a restaurant in downtown Naples, Italy, in a show of 'resisting Israeli apartheid.'

Reports in Italy:

Israeli woman killed in cable car crash near Naples

Four killed, one seriously injured after cable rips, sending cable car crashing down.

France, Germany, Italy, and UK back Arab Gaza plan

Foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy, and Britain say Arab-backed plan for the reconstruction of Gaza "shows a realistic path to reconstruction".

Italian PM announces judicial reform

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announces judicial reform that will sever ties between prosecutors and judges.

President Herzog to visit Hungary, Italy

The family of Omri Miran, who was kidnapped from his home in Nahal Oz on October 7, will join the President's State Visit to Hungary marking 80 years since the Holocaust of Hungarian Jewry.

Sa'ar to Italian counterpart:

'Gaza is a failed experiment - we must take a new approach'

Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar called on his Italian counterpart Antonio Tajani to listen carefully to the new 'out of the box' ideas being proposed by President Trump.

Italy:

ISIS operative arrested for planning attack on Jews

A 30-year-old Moroccan man was arrested in Naples, suspected of planning a terror attack against the Jewish community. He is charged with international terrorism.

Minister Sa'ar:

'Israel paying a heavy price for its commitment to its values'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar met with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani and took the opportunity to congratulate President Trump on his inauguration.

Albanese praises 'human rights' group with Hezbollah connection

UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese praises Hind Rajab Foundation and its demand to arrest Druze IDF General Ghassan Alian. The foundation's founder says he is proud of having 'joined the Hezbollah resistance.'

'Free Gaza'

Anti-Israel graffiti sprayed on Bologna synagogue

Protesters spray-paint pro-Palestinian Arab messages on a synagogue in Bologna, Italy, during anti-government demonstrations sparked by death of a 19-year-old Egyptian-Italian man.

European elections shifting to the right

The upcoming German elections are poised to bring the conservative CDU back to power, signaling a shift in Europe towards right-leaning governments.

Who is Florence's first female Jewish mayor?

Sara Funaro, new mayor of Florence, Italy, is the first woman and first Jew to lead the historic city.

Italy:

Document leaked on social media shows Italy's support for Syria

A document leaked on social media shows that the Italian authorities tried to help ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad survive during his last days in power.

Italy voices doubts about ICC warrant against Netanyahu

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expresses concerns over legality of arrest warrant against Netanyahu, says it would not be feasible to detain him while he remains in office.

Italian village:

Home in Italy for Americans disappointed with US election results

Leaders of the Italian village of Ollolai in Sardinia found a creative way to increase the dwindling population.

Accused of 'genocide'

Italian hotel refuses reservation from Israelis

Jewish organizations condemn incident in which small hotel in northern Italy refused a reservation from an Israeli couple, claiming that Israelis are “responsible for genocide”.

Chief of Staff meets with Chief of Italian Defence General Staff

The two discussed recent operational events and the security situation, with an emphasis on the operation against Hezbollah activities in Lebanon.

IDF Chief of Staff meets Italian counterpart

Luciano Portolano, the Chief of Defence for Italy discussed with Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi recent operational events, the security situation, and the associated challenges.