Crosetto's Reserve Reform Fails Amidst Right-Wing Squabble ↗
Front page leadThe Italian Defense Minister's plan to increase the number of reservists by 40,000 has been halted due to infighting within the ruling right-wing coalition.
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Il Fatto Quotidiano
The front page of Il Fatto Quotidiano on August 17, 2026, focuses on Italian domestic politics and legal cases, with a secondary mention of international news. Key stories include the failure of Defense Minister Crosetto's reservist reform due to internal political squabbles, the ongoing 'Lavitola…
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Lavitola Case: Lawyer's 'Notes' and Anticipated Witness Testimony ↗
Details emerge about the silence of alleged wheeler-dealer Lavitola, with his lawyer reportedly sending messages ('pizzini') related to the Ranucci case and anticipating that executors will confirm an 'friendly' assassination theory.
La Russa Criticizes 'Report' Program, Fears Worse Successor ↗
Senator Ignazio La Russa has again criticized the investigative journalism program 'Report,' suggesting it needs changes but expressing concern that a replacement might be worse than the current host, Ranucci.
Germany's Recruitment Model Flops: 300,000 Invited, Only 500 Accept ↗
A German recruitment model, despite inviting 300,000 people, saw very low participation with only 500 individuals saying 'yes'.
Editorial: 'Oh, Give Me a Break' ↗
An opinion piece by Marco Travaglio, director of Il Fatto Quotidiano.
Rome Restaurant 'Bistrò' Causes Buzz Among Journalists and Politicians ↗
A restaurant in Rome called 'Bistrò' is generating excitement and discussion among members of the press and political circles.
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