Ugo Realfonzo

Ukraine pierces Russia's southern frontlines in biggest breakthrough yet

Ukraine’s Kherson offensive appears to be picking up pace as Russia does not control any of the four regions it lays claim to.

Putin’s imperialist visions laid bare in annexation speech

Putin’s speech was a litany of unfiltered imperialism stuffed with disinformation and far-fetched grievances against Ukraine and mainly the West.

Russia formally annexes four Ukrainian regions in 'dangerous escalation'

On Friday morning, the Russian Army shelled a convoy in Zaporizhzhia of civilians trying to flee the annexed territories, killing 23.

Italy confirms far-right shift in Sunday's elections

On Sunday, Italy voted to elect its most far-right government since the Second World War.

Berlusconi defends Putin as Russian war apologism takes hold in Italy

On Thursday night on Italian TV, Silvio Berlusconi defended Putin and Russia's war, once again turning the focus on the ties in Italian politics to Russia.

Citizen’s Income: Will southern Italy spoil the right's election hopes?

Southern Italy's vote in Sunday's elections may be affected by the popularity of the Citizen's Income policy – which the right wants to abolish.

Is the right to strike at risk under new EU laws?

“We fully appreciate the need to ensure the single market continues to function during emergencies, but this must not come at the expense of fundamental rights.”

'Climate of terror': Harassment scandal in Wallonia Parliament reaches critical point

Staff spoke of threats, intimidation, anger, insults, and humiliation: "It is revolting that illegal actions go unpunished in the heart of democracy."

EU court fines Google €4.1 billion for anti-competitive actions

EU court confirms the EU Commission's decision that Google had imposed unlawful restrictions on Android phones to consolidate the dominant position of its search engine.

Russia ramps up interference in upcoming Italian elections

Russia's ties to Italy's political right have been cultivated over decades. But in the context of war and upcoming elections, is it all too close for comfort?

Extent of Greek government spying scandal revealed at European Parliament inquiry

How an MEP's routine cybersecurity check at the European Parliament exposed the surveillance operations of the Mistotakis government against opposition politicians and journalists.

Ukraine using disinformation tactics to recapture territory in Kharkiv region

An estimate of 2,500km2 of occupied territory has been liberated, according to Ukrainian authorities.

Brussels Government invests over €250,000 to tackle sexual harassment at night

The Brussels Government has decided to pour a quarter of a million euros towards making its nightlife a safer space.

Good Move traffic plan defended by Brussels Minister-President Vervoort

Rudi Vervoort accepts there is more work to be done on Brussels' traffic plan but insists that suspending Good Move remains out of the question.

King Charles III proclaimed new Monarch of United Kingdom

A historic ceremony at St James's Palace in London on Saturday marks the end of the British Elizabethan era and the beginning of the Carolean era.

Liz Truss becomes Britain's next Prime Minister. What's new?

The UK has a Prime Minister. But can Liz Truss steer the nation clear of the economic and political crises that Johnson waded into? Don't bet on it.

G7 confirms plans for a price cap on Russian oil

The move aims to reduce Russian revenues and its capacity to wage war against Ukraine, while also reducing the effects of the war on global energy prices.

Union Saint-Gilloise dream continues as they beat Rangers 2-0 in first leg

It was another night to remember for Union Saint-Gilloise in the first leg of the Champions League preliminary rounds.

Italy will hold elections on 25 September as far-right leads polls

Italy will head to the polls after the 5 Star Movement, Salvini and Berlusconi conspired to bring down the Draghi government, as the far-right parties are polling together at 38%.

Brussels Mayor: 'Police repression does not work, decriminalise cannabis now'

“When will we have a major national drugs plan, with a police component, a preventive component and a social and health component?”

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