A Franco-Italian Alliance to Challenge Germany
In November, Italy and France signed a historic bilateral treaty. We look at what it means for the balance of power within the EU.
Italian International Relations: Looking East?
The arrest of a navy captain for swapping military secrets has raised concern among Western partners about Italian international relations.
Master Trickster Berlusconi Is Back To Business
Although 85, the controversial former Italian prime minister is seeking a comeback as President of the Republic.
Shifting Sands: Italy Swings To The Other Side Of The Palestinian Question
Historically, Italian sympathies have always swung towards self-determination in the Middle East. That's no longer the case.
Is Italy Actually Fighting For Patrick Zaki’s Release?
Italy should put the protection of democracy and human rights defenders higher in its foreign policy agenda, starting from the case of Patrick Zaki.
Italy’s Deafening Silence On Belarus
Rome remains mute on the repression of journalists in Belarus. Perhaps it is because our own record of journalistic integrity leaves much to be desired.
Matteo Of Arabia
Renzi has played his hand and is staking out his position. But what is his endgame?
What Will It Take For Italy To Master Diplomacy?
Italy is still a little fish in a big pond. It's time to forge a new diplomatic identity.