Sweden and Finland Unlikely to Join NATO Soon
What was expected to be a smooth transition into NATO has turned into a long-winded diplomatic negotiation as Sweden and Finland face difficulties joining the organization due to Turkey’s persistent opposition.
Standoff Ends as Italian Government Allows Migrants to Disembark Rescue Ships
On Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, the Italian government finally let two ships of migrants disembark in Rome: the Humanity 1, run by the charity SOS Humanity, and the Geo Barents, run by Medicins Sans Frontiers (MSF).
Italian Prime Minister Bans Raves, Allows Fascist March
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of the Brothers of Italy party announced a decree banning unlicensed raves on October 31, but allowed Mussolini admirers and fascist supporters to march to the dictator’s burial grounds, signifying a potentially dangerous new chapter for Italy.
Who is Rishi Sunak? Meet Britain’s New Prime Minister
Rishi Sunak of the Conservative Party officially became England’s prime minister on October 25, following the resignation of Liz Truss. He is the country’s third prime minister in seven weeks and its first non-white.
Giorgia Meloni Addresses the Italian Parliament for the First Time as Prime Minister
On Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, Giorgia Meloni gave her first speech as the new Prime Minister of Italy, the first woman to hold the position in the country’s history.
France Leaves Controversial Energy Treaty
France is the latest country to pull out of the Energy Charter Treaty, which protects fossil fuel investments from policy changes that pose threats to profits.
