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epa13207086 Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting on the development of Russia's Far East on the sidelines of the 2026 Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Vladivostok, Russia, 02 September 2026. Vladimir Putin is on a visit to the Far East, where he will take part in the EEF 2026 in Vladivostok on September 02 and 03. EPA/VYACHESLAV PROKOFYEV/KREMLIN / POOL MANDATORY CREDIT
epa13207086 Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting on the development of Russia's Far East on the sidelines of the 2026 Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Vladivostok, Russia, 02 September 2026. Vladimir Putin is on a visit to the Far East, where he will take part in the EEF 2026 in Vladivostok on September 02 and 03. EPA/VYACHESLAV PROKOFYEV/KREMLIN / POOL MANDATORY CREDIT
Russia

Putin orders a three-day truce: "Missile fire on Kiev will be halted."

The decision coincides with the arrival in Moscow of US negotiators Kushner and Witkoff
epa12670609 Jared Kushner speaks the signing of the founding charter at the "Board of Peace" during the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), in Davos, Switzerland, 22 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/GIAN EHRENZELLER
epa12670609 Jared Kushner speaks the signing of the founding charter at the "Board of Peace" during the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), in Davos, Switzerland, 22 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/GIAN EHRENZELLER
the conflict

Witkoff and Kushner landed in Moscow, Trump: "They have a proposal to end the war."

A summit with Putin is expected, with Zelensky in Kiev in the next few hours.
the announcement

Di Battista's return to Italy has been postponed; he underwent surgery in Havana.

The former M5S parliamentarian, who fell ill in recent days, was due to return from Cuba today on a medical flight.
epa13211385 Smoke rises over the city's skyline behind the Saint Sophia Cathedral following a drone attack, in Kyiv, Ukraine, 04 September 2026, amid the ongoing Russian invasion. EPA/SERGEY DOLZHENKO
epa13211385 Smoke rises over the city's skyline behind the Saint Sophia Cathedral following a drone attack, in Kyiv, Ukraine, 04 September 2026, amid the ongoing Russian invasion. EPA/SERGEY DOLZHENKO
the war

Russian drone hits 007 headquarters in Kiev. Witkoff and Kushner "in Moscow on Saturday, in Ukraine on Sunday."

Nine injured, meanwhile Trump's negotiators leave the US to meet Putin and then Zelensky.
Federica Cossu e la madre
Federica Cossu e la madre
the odyssey

Sassari residents in Poland quickly get the green light. A position has also opened up at the Cagliari Polyclinic.

The 68-year-old woman who fell ill in Wroclaw at the end of May and has been hospitalised in the city hospital since then is due to leave soon.
Alessandro Di Battista interviene alla festa de Il Fatto Quotidiano, Roma 11 settembre 2022. ANSA/FABIO FRUSTACI
Alessandro Di Battista interviene alla festa de Il Fatto Quotidiano, Roma 11 settembre 2022. ANSA/FABIO FRUSTACI
after the illness

Di Battista nears return: ambulance flight from Cuba on Saturday

After arriving in Rome, the former M5S parliamentarian is expected to be hospitalized at the Gemelli Polyclinic.
epa13209842 Argentine President Javier Milei speaks during the 5th Regional Meeting of the Madrid Forum
epa13209842 Argentine President Javier Milei speaks during the 5th Regional Meeting of the Madrid Forum
the tension

London responds to Milei: "The Falkland Islands are British."

The UK Defense Minister: "Our commitment to them is absolute." The Argentine president had announced plans for "his" Malvinas.
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Ansa
Economy

Volkswagen in crisis, to cut 100,000 jobs

The restructuring plan, which will not only concern Germany, has been approved.
epa13141735 Iranian missiles 'Zolfaghar' are on display above a banner depicting US President Trump at Azadi Square in Tehran, Iran, 30 July 2026. The US completed a 'heavy wave of strikes' against dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets in Iran on 29 July 2026 in response to Tehran's attempted missile attacks on US forces based in the Middle East a day earlier, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM). EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH RESTRICTIONS: NO Access Israel Media/Persian Language TV Stations Outside Iran/Strictly No Access BBC Persian/VOA Persian/Manoto TV/Iran International TV. (As mandated by Iran's Directorate General for Foreign Media)
epa13141735 Iranian missiles 'Zolfaghar' are on display above a banner depicting US President Trump at Azadi Square in Tehran, Iran, 30 July 2026. The US completed a 'heavy wave of strikes' against dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets in Iran on 29 July 2026 in response to Tehran's attempted missile attacks on US forces based in the Middle East a day earlier, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM). EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH RESTRICTIONS: NO Access Israel Media/Persian Language TV Stations Outside Iran/Strictly No Access BBC Persian/VOA Persian/Manoto TV/Iran International TV. (As mandated by Iran's Directorate General for Foreign Media)
the war

Strait of Hormuz: US-UAE clash in Sardinia

The Pentagon extends its troops' presence in the Middle East, as Trump seeks to end the conflict. On the island, the Abu Dhabi security adviser meets with Steve Witkoff, the US president's envoy.
Lindsay Clancy (frame da Nbc News)
Lindsay Clancy (frame da Nbc News)
justice

Lindsey Clancy, who killed her three children, the trial that divides the US and the jurors: 48 hours of deliberation and no sentence

The debate over postpartum depression and psychosis has reignited in America after the woman strangled her three children in 2023. How should her case be treated? Life imprisonment or a psychiatric hospital?
Germany

Two suspects identified in the Leipzig attack: "One had an Italian visa."

They are a Russian with a Latvian passport and a Belarusian with ties to Moscow's secret services. Berlin is demanding a crackdown on Russian tourist visas.
the interview

Ukraine, General Camporini: "Putin is a danger to Europe, the conflict transcends borders."

The former Chief of Defense Staff: "A hybrid war is already underway, but the tsar is struggling to achieve his goals."
epa13203137 German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (L) and Saxony-Anhalt Governor Sven Schulze attend a press conference after a campaign event ahead of the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, in Quedlinburg, Germany, 31 August 2026. The state of Saxony-Anhalt will hold its state parliamentary election on 06 September 2026. EPA/FILIP SINGER
epa13203137 German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (L) and Saxony-Anhalt Governor Sven Schulze attend a press conference after a campaign event ahead of the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, in Quedlinburg, Germany, 31 August 2026. The state of Saxony-Anhalt will hold its state parliamentary election on 06 September 2026. EPA/FILIP SINGER
Escalation alert

Berlin accuses Moscow of attacking Leipzig drones: "An act of hybrid warfare." Europe and NATO: "We will respond."

Putin: "They were accused for domestic political reasons." Giorgia Meloni also expressed solidarity with Germany: "United against intimidation."
Polizia (foto Ansa)
Polizia (foto Ansa)
Germany

A violent explosion at Augusta's central station left several injured, and investigations underway.

An unidentified object exploded in the internal passage of a building, bomb disposal experts on site
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(foto Ansa/Epa)
Middle East

New US strikes on Hormuz. Tehran's response: "US bases hit with missiles and drones."

Explosions in Iraq, Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. Pezeshkian meets with Putin and Xi and receives Kremlin support.
Alessandro Di Battista (foto Ansa)
Alessandro Di Battista (foto Ansa)
The former deputy

Di Battista on social media: "These are difficult days, but I remain optimistic. I'll be returning to Italy on Friday. Thanks to the Cuban doctors."

Then the clarification: "For the trip I will use an air ambulance, the costs covered by my insurance policy."
escalation alert

Berlin accuses Moscow of being behind the explosive drone in Leipzig. Meloni: "Italy is close to Germany."

Von der Leyen and Rutte: "We will respond united." The Kremlin's anger.
Alessandro Di Battista during a rally in support of the Palestinian people at Porta San Paolo, in Rome, Italy, 28 June 2025. ANSA/GIUSEPPE LAMI
Alessandro Di Battista during a rally in support of the Palestinian people at Porta San Paolo, in Rome, Italy, 28 June 2025. ANSA/GIUSEPPE LAMI
from Cuba

Di Battista's return to Italy is scheduled for Thursday.

If the conditions are right, the return flight of the former M5S parliamentarian who was struck by a serious illness could be brought forward
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the illness

Di Battista is clear-headed, but will remain in Havana for now. Tajani: "We're working toward his return to Italy."

Controversy over the government health flight, with Five Star Movement group leader in the Chamber of Deputies Riccardo Ricciardi calling it "infamy, no preferential treatment."
"Grazie, George, per alcune delle tue idee geniali su questo fantastico complesso militare/sala da ballo!". Lo scrive Donald Trump su Truth, in un post in cui allega un video di 10 secondi sviluppato con l'IA, in cui cammina in quella che sarà la ballroom della Casa Bianca con il primo presidente Usa. Entrambi sembrano indicare suggerimenti e migliorie da approntare al progetto. TRUTH/realDonaldTrump +++ 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 +++
"Grazie, George, per alcune delle tue idee geniali su questo fantastico complesso militare/sala da ballo!". Lo scrive Donald Trump su Truth, in un post in cui allega un video di 10 secondi sviluppato con l'IA, in cui cammina in quella che sarà la ballroom della Casa Bianca con il primo presidente Usa. Entrambi sembrano indicare suggerimenti e migliorie da approntare al progetto. TRUTH/realDonaldTrump +++ 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 +++
Washington

The Supreme Court blesses construction of the White House ballroom, a victory for Trump.

The experts are divided on the construction but the green light has arrived for the continuation of the work desired by the president
Insularità

Ghilarza: Committees and citizens mobilize in defense of healthcare services.

An intense day, marked by worries, requests for immediate answers and the awareness that we are not yet close to a solution