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Meloni–Modi call to refresh Italy–India strategic alignment -
Italy in February 2026 is navigating significant industrial action with widespread transport strikes impacting trains and airports around 26-28 February.
Politically, Meloni’s administration remains stable, while, as of 19 February 2026, the country faces headlines regarding a damaged historic Bernini sculpture, severe weather, and a tragic medical incident involving a transplanted heart.
Transportation Disruptions: Strikes by flight attendants, pilots, and airport staff in Milan (Linate/Malpensa) are planned for late February, with rail strikes expected to follow.
Cultural & Tourism News: A "Lovers' Arch" collapsed on Valentine's Day, and a Bernini statue in Rome was vandalized or damaged by weather.
Economy & Politics: The Meloni government is considered stable, focusing on energy diversification, with a 3.3% increase in export value in 2025.
Challenges: The country is grappling with high costs of living and low salaries, with a significant disparity between northern and southern regions.
Safety: A U.S. State Department advisory notes a risk of terrorism and public demonstrations.
Italy continues to manage a delicate balance between preserving its vast cultural heritage, fostering economic growth, and managing social and logistical challenges.
Italy in February 2026 is navigating significant industrial action with widespread transport strikes impacting trains and airports around 26-28 February.
Politically, Meloni’s administration remains stable, while, as of 19 February 2026, the country faces headlines regarding a damaged historic Bernini sculpture, severe weather, and a tragic medical incident involving a transplanted heart.
Transportation Disruptions: Strikes by flight attendants, pilots, and airport staff in Milan (Linate/Malpensa) are planned for late February, with rail strikes expected to follow.
Cultural & Tourism News: A "Lovers' Arch" collapsed on Valentine's Day, and a Bernini statue in Rome was vandalized or damaged by weather.
Economy & Politics: The Meloni government is considered stable, focusing on energy diversification, with a 3.3% increase in export value in 2025.
Challenges: The country is grappling with high costs of living and low salaries, with a significant disparity between northern and southern regions.
Safety: A U.S. State Department advisory notes a risk of terrorism and public demonstrations.
Italy continues to manage a delicate balance between preserving its vast cultural heritage, fostering economic growth, and managing social and logistical challenges.
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