The paradox of the banking game of Risk: the more politicians shape the landscape, the more they must rely on the market. MPS’s move regarding BPM and Banca Generali, the divisions at Chigi, the setbacks regarding the third political bloc, and the games still to be played

Today, the President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, and the Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, are in town for the opening ceremony of the sporting event. The Head of State’s message and the numerous mistakes made by those currently in power and those who have previously governed regarding Ilva

The Senate group leader and the President of Lombardy, speaking at the Versiliana Festival, have widened the rift within the Carroccio: “We have proposed a solution to Salvini; we need a team and he can be part of it. The party has shifted too far to the right and there is no competition.”

Following Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Finland and Sweden have also announced their intention to send ‘Dublin cases’ back to Italy. And a ruling by the European Court of Justice has deprived Rome of the means to refuse them. Amidst the crisis in Ceuta and the suspension of Schengen, the new asylum pact is facing its first serious test. And it is failing it

“It’s best not to say anything more about the publication, at least for the time being – not to create an air of mystery, but because I don’t want my words to be misused,” says Maria Rosaria Boccia. And on the denial by the presenter of Report: “Sigfrido simply wanted to clarify what he believes does not correspond to reality”

YouTrend poll on "L’aria che tira". 53 per cent of Meloni’s supporters want Futuro Nazionale in the coalition, whilst only 26 per cent of those from the Lega and Forza Italia would welcome Vannacchio’s supporters

The coordinator of Futuro Nazionale: “The Carroccio leader wouldn’t stand a chance of being elected with us. But he’ll go down in the general election; he’s now on a par with Renzi. The Lega is facing an irreversible crisis; with us, it’s merely a ‘marriage of convenience’. If Giorgia Meloni wants to win, she’ll inevitably have to reach an agreement with us”

The Minister for Public Administration: “Before launching the campaign, it would have been appropriate to highlight the achievements of four years in government. Just one phone call from the secretary. Marina B? If she were to stand as a candidate for Forza Italia, everyone would be thrilled”