Italy cancels Putin ally conductor Valery Gergiev’s first Western concert since Ukraine war
Italy's Culture Ministry blocked Valery Gergiev's July concert after politicians opposed the Putin-linked conductor's return to Western stages.
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Italy’s giving a concert for Putin—and Europe is paying
Banned everywhere else, Putin's favorite conductor Gergiev finds European taxpayers willing to fund his comeback in Campania
Europol dismantles pro-Russian cyber army flooding Ukraine and its allies with attacks
A coordinated crackdown wiped out over 100 systems tied to Kremlin-backed NoName057(16) hackers.
Italy invites Russian conductor to perform. He supports war against Ukraine while Italy declares “art above politics”
Putin's close ally Valery Gergiev will perform at the Royal Palace of Caserta on 27 July as he was personally invited by Campania region president.
Ukraine Rome Conference delivers concrete military support to Kyiv: Thousands of British air defense missiles, defense production in US, and interceptor drones
While Russia floods the skies with terror drones, Kyiv secures cutting-edge air defense and production deals in Italy.
Kyiv to set up gunpowder production in US after Rome recovery conference
As the Ukraine Recovery Conference unfolds, a key pact between Ukraine and the US paves the way for a new industrial partnership.
Europe just ran its first war game with drones and robots—Ukraine helped design it
At a test site near Rome, EU armies tested drone-to-robot resupply missions, using frontline scenarios developed with Ukrainian experts.
Ukraine’s engine may power Turkish Baykar drone in international sixth-gen fighter jet project
Kyiv’s partnership in the GCAP program and local production of drone engines shows its growing integration into global military aviation innovation.
Swiss clear Leopard 1 tank sale to Germany, unless reexported to Ukraine
It's unclear if Berlin even needs them under this condition.
Italy to hand Ukraine 400 battle-tested M113s—same carriers Israel still trusts in combat
Four hundred battle-tested M113 personnel carriers paired with sophisticated satellite surveillance capabilities are planned to be delivered to Kyiv.
Pope Leo XIV condemns Russia’s war in Ukraine, says world is experiencing “third world war in pieces”
Earlier, the first American pontiff explicitly labeled Russia's actions in Ukraine as "imperialist."
White House calls Trump-Zelenskyy meeting in Rome “very productive”
The White House confirmed President Trump met privately with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Rome before Pope's funeral, their first encounter since a contentious February meeting in Washington.
Trump says talks with Ukraine and Russia may take place in Rome
President Trump has proposed Rome as a venue for high-level Ukraine-Russia negotiations during the funeral events for Pope Francis.
Yes, Italy is arming Ukraine — here’s what military aid data shows
Italy has shipped Storm Shadow missiles and SAMP/T air defense systems while pledging $1.5 billion for 2025 along—arming Ukraine with significant firepower while keeping the spotlight off itself.
Italy, Spain hesitant on EU’s € 40 bn Ukraine military aid proposal
Despite strong backing from northern and eastern Europe, Italy and Spain have raised concerns over Kaja Kallas' military aid plan.
“He wouldn’t have made it”: Ukrainian soldier’s quick action saves tourist in Venice knife attack
Italian media initially misidentified the soldier as a Russian citizen.
Meloni proposes NATO-like protection for Ukraine without membership
The Italian Prime Minister suggests extending NATO's collective defense clause to Ukraine without granting it formal membership.
Italian defense analyst reveals B1 Centauro tank destroyers heading to Ukraine
Italy has not yet confirmed the transfer of these vehicles, featuring an 8×8 wheel configuration and coming equipped with a 105 mm rifled gun.
Spiegel: EU’s € 20 billion Ukraine aid stuck amid Macron-Meloni tensions
Der Spiegel reveals how French-Italian budget constraints and leadership rivalries are delaying the crucial aid, threatening ammunition supplies and European unity.
Europe needs 300,000 troops and € 250 billion annually to protect itself from Russia’s threats
European think tanks warn continent must mobilize 300,000 troops and spend €250 billion yearly on defense if US withdraws support, as Russia increases military production by over 200%.