Top News and Events in Italy This Week
1. COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted in Italy
Italy has lifted most of its COVID-19 restrictions, including the requirement to wear face masks indoors and outdoors. This move has been welcomed by many, as it signals a return to normalcy after two years of the pandemic.
2. Italian PM Mario Draghi Resigns
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi has resigned after losing the support of his coalition government. Draghi’s resignation has plunged Italy into political uncertainty, with new elections expected to be held in the fall.
3. Silvio Berlusconi Acquitted in Ruby Trial
Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been acquitted in the latest trial related to the Ruby case. Berlusconi was accused of paying for sex with an underage prostitute, but the court found him not guilty.
4. Italy’s GDP Growth Slows
Italy’s GDP growth has slowed in recent months due to the war in Ukraine and the energy crisis. The Italian government is taking steps to support the economy, but the outlook remains uncertain.
Upcoming Events
1. Festa del Redentore (July 16-17)
The Festa del Redentore is a traditional Venetian festival that celebrates the end of the plague in 1576. The festival features a spectacular fireworks display over the Grand Canal.
2. Palio di Siena (July 2 and 16)
The Palio di Siena is a famous horse race that is held twice a year in the Piazza del Campo in Siena. The race is known for its excitement and pageantry.
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