World

the tension

Flotilla activists abused and mocked, all against Ben-Gvir: anxiety over the two arrested Sardinians

Strong reactions from around the world following the release of videos of the Israeli minister at the port of Ashdod. Mattarella: "Incivility." Meloni: "Unacceptable." Western countries summon Tel Aviv's ambassadors.
Iran

Tehran has full control of Hormuz: allies pass through, enemies are pushed back, tolls for those who negotiate

The Pasdaran have "consolidated" control over the Strait, Reuters reports. Fares exceed $150,000.
Mahmood (Archivio)
Mahmood (Archivio)
the case

Fashion designer on trial for rape in New York: Mahmood called to testify

The name of the singer, who is not under investigation, appears in the documents of a civil proceeding against Riccardo Tisci, former creative director of brands such as Givenchy and Burberry
Israel

Flotilla activists mistreated, Mattarella: "Uncivilized, the lowest level from Ben Gvir."

Meloni: "Unacceptable." Netanyahu also condemned his minister: "We will expel the provocateurs, but his behavior is not in line with our values." 430 people were arrested, 30 of whom were Italian, including two Sardinians.
the tragedy

The bodies of the last two divers were recovered in the Maldives. The Rome Prosecutor's Office is investigating for manslaughter.

The bodies of Giorgia Sommacal and Muriel Oddenino have been brought to light, and the prosecutors at Piazzale Clodio will order autopsies upon their return to Italy.
Sullo sfondo un'imbarcazione della Flotilla fermata. A destra Gianfranco Frongia e Ilaria Mancosu
Sullo sfondo un'imbarcazione della Flotilla fermata. A destra Gianfranco Frongia e Ilaria Mancosu
The expedition

Flotilla: All activists transferred to Israeli ships; two Sardinians on board waited hours.

The entire mission was halted. Tajani asked for the protection and safety of the Italians, including Ilaria Mancosu and Gianfranco Frongia.
A destra Isak Andic (Ansa)
A destra Isak Andic (Ansa)
the turning point

Mango boss's death leaves son Jonathan free on million-dollar bail

The founder's manager and eldest son is accused of murder. He has always maintained that his father fell into a ravine in 2024.
the virus

The Bundibugyo strain, symptoms, and transmission: an update from the ISS on Ebola.

The most frequently asked questions are answered in a note published on the website of the Istituto Superiore di Sanità.
Militari egiziani, immagine simbolo (foto Ansa)
Militari egiziani, immagine simbolo (foto Ansa)
the massacre

Eight dead, five injured in Egypt bus stop shooting

The attacker, who opened fire on board a car, suffered from mental disorders
Nello sfondo i militari israeliani, nel cerchio Ilaria Mancosu
Nello sfondo i militari israeliani, nel cerchio Ilaria Mancosu
The expedition

A flotilla headed for Gaza is blocked, with hundreds of activists detained, including two Sardinians.

Israeli forces intercept boats heading to Gaza one after another
Spain

Mango founder Isak Andic dies during a hike; his son arrested.

He fell into a ravine in 2024, sensational twist: according to the magistrates, his son Jonathan threw him down
Nei riquadri, i soccorritori
Nei riquadri, i soccorritori
The tragedy

The first two bodies of Monica Montefalcone and Federico Gualtieri have been recovered from the Maldives.

The mission to recover the other two bodies will begin tomorrow: "A complex dive." The Rome Prosecutor's Office is investigating for manslaughter.
(foto Ansa/Epa)
(foto Ansa/Epa)
The alarm

Ebola death toll rises to 131 in Congo: WHO convenes emergency committee

There are 513 suspected cases, including an American missionary doctor who has also been infected.
epa12971422 Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting with members of the Security Council, via videoconference in Moscow, Russia, 18 May 2026. EPA/MIKHAIL METZEL/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN POOL MANDATORY CREDIT
epa12971422 Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting with members of the Security Council, via videoconference in Moscow, Russia, 18 May 2026. EPA/MIKHAIL METZEL/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN POOL MANDATORY CREDIT
Russia

Moscow: "Three days of nuclear exercises begin, involving 64,000 soldiers."

The announcement comes as Putin flies to China to meet Xi, with the objectives: "Deterrence against the enemy and testing the troops' preparedness."
Middle East

Trump rejects Tehran's peace plan but postpones the attacks "for two or three days": "Serious negotiations are underway."

"I suspended the attack at the request of Saudi Arabia, the Emirates, and Qatar. A deal is near, and Iran will not receive a nuclear weapon."
USA

Shooting at San Diego Islamic Center: "At least two dead and several injured."

Among the victims was a security guard. Police said the threat was neutralized.
epa12921895 Iranians take part in a rally to show their support and solidarity with new Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, 29 April 2026. The demonstration follows an announcement by US President Trump on 21 April, that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran has been extended indefinitely at the request of Pakistan, as a naval blockade remains in place and diplomatic negotiations continue. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH
epa12921895 Iranians take part in a rally to show their support and solidarity with new Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, 29 April 2026. The demonstration follows an announcement by US President Trump on 21 April, that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran has been extended indefinitely at the request of Pakistan, as a naval blockade remains in place and diplomatic negotiations continue. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH
the war with Iran

Trump rejects Tehran's new proposal: "No concessions."

"Insufficient" openings on Hormuz and nuclear power, new 30-day exemption for Russian oil
Nella combo, da sinistra Monica Montefalcone, Federico Gualtieri, Giorgia Sommacal, Gianluca Benedetti e Muriel Oddenino, scomparti un'immersione alle Maldive. 14 maggio 2026. WEB/Università di Genova//FACEBOOK/Federico Gualtieri//FACEBOOK/Giorgia Sommacal//WEB/albatrostopboat//FACEBOOK/Muriel Oddenino ATTENZIONE: L'ANSA NON POSSIEDE I DIRITTI DI QUESTA FOTO CHE NON PUO' ESSERE PUBBLICATA SENZA L'AUTORIZZAZIONE DELLA FONTE DI ORIGINE CUI SI RINVIA +++ NPK +++
Nella combo, da sinistra Monica Montefalcone, Federico Gualtieri, Giorgia Sommacal, Gianluca Benedetti e Muriel Oddenino, scomparti un'immersione alle Maldive. 14 maggio 2026. WEB/Università di Genova//FACEBOOK/Federico Gualtieri//FACEBOOK/Giorgia Sommacal//WEB/albatrostopboat//FACEBOOK/Muriel Oddenino ATTENZIONE: L'ANSA NON POSSIEDE I DIRITTI DI QUESTA FOTO CHE NON PUO' ESSERE PUBBLICATA SENZA L'AUTORIZZAZIONE DELLA FONTE DI ORIGINE CUI SI RINVIA +++ NPK +++
the tragedy

The bodies of the four Italians missing in the Maldives have been located: "But more dives are needed to recover them."

The goal is to recover two bodies on Tuesday, and the other two on Wednesday. The dives will last a maximum of three hours, interrupted if obstacles are encountered.
Il presidente di Cipro, Nikos Christodoulides (foto Ansa/Epa)
Il presidente di Cipro, Nikos Christodoulides (foto Ansa/Epa)
The point of view

Mediterranean Pact: A Useful Solution or an Abstract Formula?

The European Union, to date, is still hesitant to express a unified strategic vision
Donald Trump (foto Ansa/Epa)
Donald Trump (foto Ansa/Epa)
Middle East

Trump speaks with Netanyahu, then issues an ultimatum to Iran: "Accept the deal or it will disappear."

The tycoon convenes his security advisers and prepares for a new attack. Tehran: "We've responded to the US proposal."
Insularità
L'incontro
L'incontro

Protected areas: A discussion in Pula on the new regional ecological network: "Protection and development can coexist."

Wide participation in the second regional forum promoted by the Department of the Environment