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The Italian government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, approved a new security decree following violent clashes during a protest in Turin where over 100 police officers were injured. Meloni described the violence as attempted murder. The new measures include expanded legal protections for police and stricter rules for protesters with prior records. Meloni has also proposed a bipartisan security resolution, reaching out to opposition parties to vote on it together. Separately, a severe storm hit the Iberian Peninsula, creating a worsening crisis for Spain and Portugal.
Italian officials stated they prevented a series of cyberattacks linked to Russia, which were aimed at disrupting the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina and also targeted Italian embassies and hotels. Italy's foreign minister, Antonio Tajani, announced the attacks were foiled, and prosecutors are seeking to seize a computer system called Leonardo believed connected to the operation. In broader European security discussions, several leaders emphasized strengthening defense ties with the United States. Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa stated a strong European defense is key to preserving the relationship with the US, while Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias praised the existing strategic defense cooperation between Greece and the US.
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The Italian government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has approved a new security decree. The package includes measures like a legal shield for police officers and stricter rules for protesters with prior convictions. This follows violent clashes in Turin where over 100 police officers were injured. Meloni visited an injured officer, Alessandro Calista, and called the violence 'attempted murder' while also proposing a bipartisan security resolution to the political opposition.
A severe storm is hitting the Iberian Peninsula, which includes Spain and Portugal. The situation is getting worse, creating a crisis for the region.
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European leaders emphasize defense cooperation with the US as a prioritySeveral European leaders are publicly stating that strengthening defense ties with the United States is crucial. Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa told the ANSA news agency that a strong European defense is key to preserving the relationship with the US. Meanwhile, Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias praised the existing 'strategic defense cooperation' between Greece and the US.
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