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F-35 Procurement Reaches Historical Record in 2025
In 2025, procurement of F-35 fighter jets achieved a historical record for NATO member countries as more nations committed to the program for enhancing their air forces with advanced stealth technolog...
SpaceX launches next second-generation Italian COSMO-SkyMed satellite
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the third CSG-FM3 satellite for Italy's COSMO-SkyMed Earth observation constellation on January 2, 2024. The launch occurred from Vandenberg Space Force ...
In Response to Macron and Meloni... EU Excludes Dialogue with Putin
The European Union has decided to exclude dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin as a response to statements made by French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni,...
EU Not Ready for Talks With Putin Despite Calls From France and Italy
The European Union (EU) has stated that it remains unwilling to engage in talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin despite recent calls from France and Italy to open diplomatic channels. This posit...
Meloni joins Macron in urging European talks with Russia
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has echoed French President Emmanuel Macron's calls for more dialogue between Europe and Russia by proposing the appointment of a special envoy to engage in direc...
Meloni: Serious Consequences for NATO in Case of US Invasion of Greenland
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has warned of serious consequences for NATO if the United States were to launch an invasion of Greenland. Meloni's statement highlights potential risks to interna...
Olympics at War’s Edge: Russian Athletes, Neutral Flags Ahead of Milan-Cortina 2026
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) considers allowing Russian athletes to compete under neutral flags in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy. However, recent findings ...
WASS Secures Contract to Supply Torpedoes to Indian Navy
Fincantieri's WASS Submarine Systems has won a major contract from India's navy for the supply of Black Shark Advanced (BSA) heavyweight torpedoes for six Scorpène-class submarines in service with the...
2025 in review: Navy
An overview of naval developments and operations within NATO member states and allied countries throughout 2025 focusing on capability enhancements, technological advancements, deployments, and strate...
Forget F-35, F-47 and FCAS: The GCAP Fighter Is Coming
Japan has confirmed a 2035 target for its next-generation General Combat Airplane (GCAP) fighter after reviewing budgets, design work, and engine progress. Collaborating with the UK and Italy, Japan a...
Allies cancel orders for F-35 as aircraft was unable to fly half of last year
Defence reports indicate that several allies have begun reconsidering their existing or planned orders for the F-35 fighter jets, following concerns over maintenance issues. According to data from 202...
Italy’s Leonardo unveils AI-powered ‘Michelangelo Dome’ to boost Europe’s defence
An innovative system called 'Michelangelo Dome', conceived by Italy's Leonardo company, has been unveiled for safeguarding critical European infrastructure from a range of modern security challenges i...
India Inks ₹1,896 Cr Deal For 48 Heavyweight Torpedoes From Italy's WASS
The Indian Ministry of Defence signed a contract with Italian company WASS for the supply of 48 heavyweight torpedoes valued at approximately $210 million. The deal is part of broader contracts totali...
US President Trump Claims He Saved NATO From Collapse
US President Donald Trump claims that he saved NATO from collapsing by demanding more burden sharing among member states and insisting on increased defense spending....
Japan confirms 2035 target for next-generation fighter
The Japanese Ministry of Defense has confirmed its next-generation fighter aircraft program's progress and budget planning, aiming for the year 2035. Japan is collaborating closely with the United Kin...
Greenland PM Welcomes European Backing, Calls For US Talks
Premier of Greenland has expressed approval for support from European nations - including UK, France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Spain alongside Denmark - stating that they will uphold principles such...
Pope Leo calls for end to violence as Ukraine faces attacks on power infrastructure during harsh weather
During his January 11 Angelus address, Pope Francis called for an end to the ongoing violence in Ukraine. He expressed particular concern over severe attacks on energy infrastructure that are impactin...
Italian site reveals new US project for bunker-busting bomb
An Italian news website has disclosed details of an American initiative aimed at developing an advanced bunker-busting bomb designed to penetrate deep underground structures....
The Tailor of Panama
This Italian film from 2001, based on John le Carré's novel of the same name, delves into espionage and international intrigue with a protagonist who works at the US embassy in Panama....
Meloni: Europe Should Talk to Russia
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has suggested that the European Union should appoint an envoy to engage directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This proposal stems from her view that num...
Italian Navy discloses Maritime Counter-Terrorism Training and more SF activities
The Italian Navy has disclosed increased training activities and operations by its special forces unit, Gruppo Operativo Incursori (GOI), in response to growing maritime security concerns including te...
Leaders of Euro Parliament and NATO Join 'Coalition of the Willing' Meeting in Paris
Leaders from the European Parliament and NATO are participating in a meeting of the 'Coalition of the Willing' in Paris to discuss security issues, likely including regional conflicts and cooperative ...
Former NATO Commander: Trump Believes in Russia's Inevitable Victory
A former NATO commander stated that U.S. President Donald Trump has an optimistic view regarding Russia's future influence and dominance over other global powers, believing in its inevitable victory....
Meet the NeoVark
Several nations including the UK, Italy, and Japan are developing combat aircraft with extended range capabilities similar to those being developed by the US and China. Northrop is mentioned as a part...
Military Quote of the Day by Julius Caesar: ‘It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are…’
The article discusses Julius Caesar's enduring legacy as a military and political leader in ancient Rome. It highlights his rise through the ranks, overcoming various challenges including defying Sull...
Italy approves Ukraine military aid in 2026, shelving earlier shift to humanitarian focus
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's cabinet has approved the 13th military aid package for Ukraine in 2026. This decision contradicts earlier statements indicating a transition towards primarily h...
9 held in Italy over US$8.2 million charity scam linked to Hamas
Italian prosecutors have arrested nine individuals associated with multiple charitable organizations suspected of raising and transferring approximately €7 million ($8.2 million) to Hamas-linked entit...
“Pandoro gate” : comment cette affaire a eu raison du couple d’influenceurs le plus glamour et progressiste d’Italie
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has criticized Instagram influencers Chiara Ferragni and her ex-husband Fedez, calling them poor role models due to a controversy related to the sale of Pandoro, ...
Italy’s Meloni Again Says No to Italian Troops in Ukraine
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, despite her support for Ukraine, reiterated that Italy would not send troops to uphold a hypothetical peace agreement between Kyiv and Moscow....
Young golfer named as first Italian victim of Swiss bar blaze
Emanuele Galeppini, a 16-year-old Italian international golfer residing in Dubai, has been identified by the Italian Golf Federation as the first potential Italian victim of a fatal fire that occurred...
Italy hands over NATO SNMG2 command after six-month rotation
Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) has transitioned command with an official ceremony taking place in Taranto following a six-month operational rotation....
The Importance of the Battle of the Sambre
The article discusses the significance of Julius Caesar's battle against the Nervii tribe near the Sambre River in 57 BCE. Despite initial tactical disadvantages and chaos, Caesar's disciplined leader...
UK tips Leonardo as key partner but stops short on NMH
Ministers have commended Leonardo as an important UK defence ally, though they did not confirm the decision regarding the New Medium Helicopter programme....
Pandorogate: Fraud scandal over Christmas cakes sinks Italy’s progressive glamour couple
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticizes influencers Chiara Ferragni and her ex-husband Fedez for being unsuitable role models amid allegations of fraud involving holiday cakes....
Demonstrations against US Embassies in Spain, France, Italy and Sweden
Protests have occurred outside US embassies in Spain, France, Italy, and Sweden, reflecting public dissatisfaction with U.S. foreign policy or domestic policies under current administration....
Florence theater suspends Kremlin-loyal ballerina and violinist husband after Ukrainian advocacy campaign
A Florence theater has suspended ballerina Natalia Osipova and her violinist husband Sergei Polunin after they participated in a campaign supporting Ukraine. Osipova served as a deputy in the Russian ...
Merck & Co., Inc. $MRK Stock Position Raised by Generali Asset Management SPA SGR
Generali Asset Management SPA SGR increased its holdings in Merck & Co., Inc. stock by 42% during the third quarter, purchasing an additional 100,726 shares to bring its total holding to 340,540 share...
Injury casts doubt over ski jumper Artti Aigro's Winter Olympics status
Estonian elite ski jumper Artti Aigro has sustained an injury during competition. This raises concerns about his potential participation in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics scheduled for Italy....
Noto quake victims mourned on second anniversary
On the second anniversary of an earthquake in Noto, memorial services and commemorations were held for the 698 people who died as a result of the disaster, including indirect fatalities, with two indi...
Israeli forces detain three foreign activists in village near Ramallah
On Tuesday, Israeli troops detained three foreign activists—of British, American, and Italian nationality—in the Palestinian village of al-Mughayyir northeast of Ramallah. The detainees were supporter...
Italy arrests nine over alleged Hamas funding through charities
Nine individuals have been arrested by Italian prosecutors for suspected involvement in financing Hamas through charities based in Italy. The arrests were conducted as part of an operation coordinated...
Norwegian biathlete Sivert Guttorm Bakken found dead in hotel
The International Biathlon Union has announced that Norwegian biathlete Sivert Guttorm Bakken was found dead in a hotel. Italian authorities confirmed the athlete's death....
Rome to introduce entry fee for historic Trevi Fountain
The mayor of Rome has announced plans to introduce an entry fee for visitors seeking access to the historic Trevi Fountain starting in February. This move aims to manage tourist traffic and potentiall...
Tyvak International’s LIDE satellite completes initial on-orbit 5G tests
The 12U CubeSat named LIve DEmonstration (LIDE) completed its initial on-orbit operations following its launch in July 2025. The satellite was designed to test 5G communications technology....
Meloni Excludes Possibility of Military Capture of Greenland
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has stated that there is no likelihood of a military takeover of Greenland during her recent participation in the Arctic Council meeting in Copenhagen. The statem...
Meloni Speaks on US Military Intervention in Greenland
The article discusses statements made by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni regarding alleged military intervention by the United States in Greenland. It portrays Meloni's comments as neo-fascist a...
ENI (NYSE:E) Reaches New 1-Year High – Should You Buy?
Italian energy company Eni SpA (NYSE:E) reached a new 52-week high price of $38.59 per share on Friday, closing at $38.62 per share with 41,283 shares traded. This follows an analyst downgrade by HSBC...
Ross Stores, Inc. $ROST Shares Sold by Generali Asset Management SPA SGR
Generali Asset Management SPA SGR decreased its stake in Ross Stores Inc. (NASDAQ: ROST) by 53.4% during the third quarter of the current year, as documented in filings with the Securities and Exchang...
Military Quote of the Day by Hannibal: ‘All good things to those who wait’
This article features Hannibal Barca, Carthage’s renowned general, known for transforming into Rome’s most formidable adversary through his tactical decision to bring war onto Roman soil. Raised in a ...
Generali Asset Management SPA SGR Has $23.30 Million Stock Position in Costco Wholesale Corporation $COST
During the third quarter of 2021, Generali Asset Management SPA SGR increased its holdings in Costco Wholesale Corporation's stock by purchasing an additional 4,594 shares, bringing its total to 25,17...
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