Monday, September 26, 2022

Giorgia Meloni becomes first follower of Mussolini to lead Italy

 Key Takeaways From Italy’s Landmark Election

Giorgia Meloni, leader of the hard-right Brothers of Italy, looked set to become prime minister after her party garnered more votes than any other.

Italy’s Hard-Right Lurch Raises New Concerns in Washington

The Biden administration pledged to work with the country’s new leaders despite worries. Several Republicans hailed the Italian election results.

Victorious Meloni Faces Early Test of Italy’s Resolve on Russia

The hard-right leader Giorgia Meloni has been a full-throated supporter of Ukraine, but her coalition partners have sounded like apologists for Vladimir V. Putin.