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Europe’s leaders call for stronger defence and strategic autonomy

From Ukraine to democratic stability: Florence hosts the opening of the European University Institute celebrations, with the full video of the event.

The symbolic honour highlights a long-standing partnership between the two cities and signals continued support for Ukraine amid the ongoing war.

The performance on January 21, 2026 replaces the Russian ballet evening that was cancelled earlier this month.

The theatre cites the current international climate as incompatible with the staging of the performances.

From Ukraine to Gaza, the appeal to international law shifts with political alignment, exposing a crisis of consistency in Europe’s moral framework.

Ukrainians in Florence marked famine and war victims, calling for peace and remembrance.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk dialed into a political congress in Florence this weekend.

For the first time, an election has been annulled because of the decisive influence of fake news.