the caseThe Altieri fiasco at ANAC: the League member backed by Salvini withdrawsHe held a political post within the Lega which makes him ineligible. An oversight that has irritated MelonibyCarmelo Caruso e Riccardo Carlino6 NOV 26
a round-upIt’s all too easy to say ‘the centre’. A journey through the crowded centrist galaxyA brief atlas of the multifaceted world that takes shape and unravels both within and beyond the political mainstream, amongst coalitions and in parliamentary chambers, navigating alliances and independence. Acronyms, names, lists, disputes, ideasbyMarianna Rizzini6 NOV 26
in the United StatesTrump sacks his nanny. Stephen Miller takes control of the White HouseFollowing the mid-term election defeat, the chief of staff has stepped down, replaced by a hard-line ideologue on immigration. This brings to an end the tenure of the woman who had sought to bring order to the chaos of the Trump era. The promotion of Miller, a staunch loyalist to the president and a strategist on repatriation, could signal a return to the identity-based battles of early Trumpism.byGiulio Silvano6 NOV 26
We can defend our skiesFalse threats against aeroplanes remind us that politics can no longer afford to be divided on the issue of cyber securityCyber defence is the most progressive and inclusive of all military domains: it is welfare in a helmet, or, if you prefer, defence in a lab coat. Calling for more money for healthcare and less for defence is not pacifism: it is temperature-controlled populismbyCarlo Alberto Carnevale Maffè6 NOV 26
EditorialsKnot and de Cos: a two-horse race for the ECBDutch ‘falcon’ or Spanish ‘dove’? The power struggle between Germany, France and Italy over the post-Lagarde era beginsbyRedazione6 NOV 26
the issueThe EU is investigating the use of NGEU funds in Spain following the rail disasterFollowing the two tragic accidents on the Madrid–Seville line, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating possible fraud in the use of EU funds earmarked for safety. Meanwhile, a new search of Adif’s headquarters has brought the Koldo case back into the spotlight, along with the network of associates who supported Sánchez in his bid to regain control of the PSOE.byMarcello Sacco6 NOV 26
IL FOGLIO AIItaly’s global influence: three major international organisationsFrom Del Fante to Giansanti, from Galli to De Alessandri. A network of Italian managers and entrepreneurs heads major European and global trade associations. A directorybyRedazione6 NOV 26
Without a voice from KyivThe EU has a mandate issue in the negotiations on UkraineAhead of the Abu Dhabi talks, fears are growing that Trump may reach an agreement with Putin behind Kyiv’s and the Europeans’ backs. But the EU-27 have not yet agreed on which concessions are acceptable and which red lines must be defended. Meloni’s letter raises an issue that goes beyond the choice of a European envoy byDavid Carretta6 NOV 26
The caseA very broad coalition (including Calenda) is pitted against the Northern League’s Alteri at ANAC. But the appointment could fall throughIn 2024, the former MP was the Lega’s defence spokesperson, a role which, according to the regulations, would prevent him from holding the top post at the National Anti-Corruption Authority. In any case, the appointment must be approved by Parliament, and the vote in the committees must be by a qualified majority: the opposition is up in arms.byNicolò Zambelli6 NOV 26
football shotsThe changes to the Gold Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations tell us something about the problems facing footballWhilst Europe debates the issue of overwork amongst footballers, the governing bodies are seeking to increase the number of matches or maintain their frequency. For some organisations, the fixture list is a commercial tool; for others, it is a matter of economic survivalbyFrancesco Caremani6 NOV 26
