Italian former general starts far-right party in attack on PM Meloni, EU (opens original article in a new tab)

Italian former general Roberto Vannacci launches far-right party 'Futuro Nazionale' challenging PM Giorgia Meloni and testing the stability of her government, as far-right movements gain momentum across Europe.

• Italian former general Roberto Vannacci launches far-right party 'Futuro Nazionale' challenging PM Giorgia Meloni
• Vannacci's party introduces uncertainty into Italy's conservative bloc ahead of 2027 election
• Rise of Vannacci's party reflects broader European far-right growth and political polarization