World

Un murale antiamericano in una strada di Tehran (Ansa)
Un murale antiamericano in una strada di Tehran (Ansa)
war

Tensions are rising in Hormuz, Trump: "Without a deal, we'll hit them even harder." Iran accuses the US of violating the truce.

The ceasefire is at risk. The US President: "Tehran is led by madmen. We will knock them out if they don't sign immediately."
Ursula von der Leyen e Donald Trump (Ansa)
Ursula von der Leyen e Donald Trump (Ansa)
the rates

US Court Rejects Trump's 10% Tariffs: "They're Illegal"

The tycoon urged von der Leyen to "comply with the EU's agreements by July 4th." He expressed unity on the nuclear issue: "Iran must not possess the weapon."
Marco Rubio con Papa Leone (Ansa-Vatican Media)
Marco Rubio con Papa Leone (Ansa-Vatican Media)
the visit

Rubio to Pope Leo: "A shared commitment to working for peace."

The US Secretary of State at the Vatican after Trump's attacks: "We want to cultivate good bilateral relations."
Tedros Ghebreyesus (Ansa-Epa)
Tedros Ghebreyesus (Ansa-Epa)
the bulletin

Hantavirus, WHO: "Three deaths and eight reported cases, but infections could rise."

WHO Director Tedros Ghebreyesus: "The situation is serious, but the risk to public health remains low."
the raid

Lebanon: Rocket hits Italian UNIFIL base led by Sassari Brigade

A vehicle was damaged at Shama's headquarters. No injuries were reported. Tajani: "That type of missile is in Hezbollah's hands."
Le operazioni di evacuazione dei passeggeri olandesi (foto Ansa/Epa)
Le operazioni di evacuazione dei passeggeri olandesi (foto Ansa/Epa)
The alarm

Hantavirus: Passengers disembarked in Tenerife on May 11th. A new case was reported in Zurich, with "23 disembarking without screening."

Two people who have already returned to the UK have been asked to self-isolate. Border authorities in Italy have been alerted.
Uno scatto durante l'incontro del 2024 (foto Ansa/Epa)
Uno scatto durante l'incontro del 2024 (foto Ansa/Epa)
The visit

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Rome: meeting with Leo XIV in the Vatican

The Ciampino airport landing is under strict security measures, and tomorrow there will be a face-to-face meeting with Giorgia Meloni, Tajani, and Crosetto.
the confirmation

Hantavirus on the ship: "It's the strain that spreads from human to human." The Ministry of Health alerts the regions.

"No Italians on board, close monitoring." Hypothesis on the source of the infections: a couple came into contact with rats while birdwatching in a landfill in Argentina.
La MV Hondius (Ansa-Epa)
La MV Hondius (Ansa-Epa)
Spain

Hantavirus, the cruise ship where the outbreak broke out, heading to Tenerife

The MV Hondius is scheduled to dock on Saturday, after which passengers will be evacuated to their countries of origin. WHO: "The global risk remains low."
Middle East

The US and Iran are close to a deal. Trump said, "If they accept the war is over and Hormuz reopens, otherwise, bombs."

A response from Tehran is expected in the next few hours, with mediators optimistic: "We're one step away."
Kate Middleton (foto Ansa/Epa)
Kate Middleton (foto Ansa/Epa)
Great Britain

London, Kensington Palace announces: "Kate Middleton resumes travel, first stop in Italy."

He will be in Reggio Emilia on May 13-14: his first visit abroad after cancer.
The alarm

Hantavirus: Argentina clarifies: 41 cases of infection have already been recorded in 2026.

The government of the country from which the cruise ship departed clarifies: "The spread of the disease has already exceeded the epidemic threshold."
Middle East

Trump halts Project Freedom: "Great progress toward the Iran deal."

A pause after just one day to verify whether the agreement "can be finalized and signed."
epa12934874 US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks about the Iran war in the White House Press Briefing Room in Washington, DC, USA, 05 May 2026. Rubio also addressed Cuba and Taiwan during the briefing. EPA/JIM LO SCALZO
epa12934874 US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks about the Iran war in the White House Press Briefing Room in Washington, DC, USA, 05 May 2026. Rubio also addressed Cuba and Taiwan during the briefing. EPA/JIM LO SCALZO
USA

Rubio: "Operation Epic Fury in Iran is over, objectives achieved. Now there's Project Freedom to liberate Hormuz."

The US Secretary of State: "Our action is defensive. I advise Iran to sit down at the negotiating table."
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Vatican

The Pope and Trump's attack: "I proclaim peace; those who criticize me for it should do so."

The US President: "With his positions on Iran, Leone is endangering many Catholics." But the audience with Marco Rubio remains confirmed.
La nave MV Hondius a Capo Verde (Ansa-Epa)
La nave MV Hondius a Capo Verde (Ansa-Epa)
the case

Hantavirus, WHO: "Possible human-to-human transmission"

The World Health Organization: "Infections likely occurred before boarding." An infected woman boards a plane: tests are underway.
Donald Trump (Ansa-Epa)
Donald Trump (Ansa-Epa)
USA-Iran

Trump launches a new attack on the Pope: "He endangers Catholics." Tensions are high in Hormuz.

The American president: "Leo is fine with Tehran having a nuclear weapon." Bombs against US ships in the Strait
La consegna degli aiuti
La consegna degli aiuti
Solidarity

Lebanon: Medicines and aid from Sardinia for two hospitals in Tyre and Tibnin

The Sassari Brigade delivers medicines and medical supplies obtained thanks to contributions from the Region, municipalities, and associations.
Germany

A car plows into a crowd in a pedestrian zone in Leipzig, killing two and injuring dozens. The driver is arrested.

A speeding SUV, with a person on the roof according to some witnesses, mows down pedestrians.
epa12664820 Switzerland's Federal President Guy Parmelin speaks during a press conference at the House of Switzerland (HoS), on the sideline of the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, 20 January 2026. The 2026 summit, running from 19 to 23 January and held under the theme 'A Spirit of Dialogue,' brings together global political leaders, corporate executives, and scientists to address international challenges. EPA/LAURENT GILLIERON / POOL
epa12664820 Switzerland's Federal President Guy Parmelin speaks during a press conference at the House of Switzerland (HoS), on the sideline of the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, 20 January 2026. The 2026 summit, running from 19 to 23 January and held under the theme 'A Spirit of Dialogue,' brings together global political leaders, corporate executives, and scientists to address international challenges. EPA/LAURENT GILLIERON / POOL
the case

Crans-Montana, the Swiss president: "The injured will not have to pay for medical care."

Guy Parmelin's announcement after his meeting with Giorgia Meloni: "Stop sending invoices."
Insularità
Arzachena, il sindaco Roberto Ragnedda
Arzachena, il sindaco Roberto Ragnedda

G20 Beaches: A conference on tourism, housing, and work in coastal destinations will be held in Arzachena.

Among the topics on the agenda are also digital nomadism and residentiality: administrators and operators in comparison