Daily brief
Tensions between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and US President Donald Trump are testing the strength of the US-Italy alliance. Trump has again assailed Pope Leo, potentially complicating a visit by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to the Vatican this week. Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani said he supports the Pope's every word, while Matteo Salvini described Trump as a father figure to be listened to. (ongoing coverage)
Miguel Ángel Rodríguez admitted that he disseminated the personal data of two EL PAÍS journalists, but claimed he had received the information from the partner of Madrid regional president Isabel Díaz Ayuso.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez urged the EU to protect 'defenders of international justice' from US sanctions, calling on the European Commission to act.
Akel leader Stefanou filed his candidacy in Nicosia, while Anastasiou presented Edek candidates in the same city.
Cyprus, Greece, and Jordan issued a joint statement urging de-escalation in the region.
by WorldBrief & Maksim Micheliov | AI-generated summary