February 25, 2025
Italy
The election of a coalition government led by a hard-right, nationalist party raised serious concerns about more abusive migration policies and restrictions on reproductive rights. Italy renewed its cooperation with Libya supporting the intercept of boats and return of migrants and asylum seekers to abuse in that country, while obstructing and criminalizing rescue at sea by humanitarian organisations. Poverty levels remain at a record high, impeding people’s enjoyment of their economic and social rights. Significant barriers to accessing abortion, including high rates of conscientious objection, remained. The European Commission raised rule of law concerns with respect to judicial independence and efficiency, while noting shrinking civil society space.
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June 15, 2021
Italy: Students with Disabilities Included in Covid-19 Education Plans
Examples of In-Person Education in Pandemic Offer Lessons for All
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December 18, 2020
Italy: Flawed Migrant Regularization Program
Opportunity to Learn Lessons for Future
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February 10, 2026
Italy, Hungary’s Snub of ICC Arrests Should be a Wake-Up Call for the EU
Failure to Turn Over Suspects Risks International Justice Credibility
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January 27, 2026
The Absence of No is Not Yes: Italy’s Flawed Sexual Violence Bill
Backward Step on Consent Issue Threatens Women’s Rights
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January 27, 2026
Italy: Shipwreck Trial Opportunity For Justice
6 Italian Officers Face Charges for 94 Deaths
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October 13, 2025
Italy: End Border Control Pact with Libya
People Returned by Libyan Coast Guard Subject to Severe Abuse
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October 9, 2025
UN: Abusive Governments Set to Win Rights Council Seats
Egypt, Vietnam, Others Benefit from Non-Competitive Vote
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July 17, 2025
A Disappointing Ruling in Italy with a Silver Lining
Constitutional Court Says Sea Rescue Groups Can Ignore Invalid Orders
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May 22, 2025
Rule of Law in Italy Under EU Scrutiny
EU and Italian Government Action Needed to Address Threats to Democracy
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May 20, 2025
Italy: Constitutional Court Hears Challenge to Law Penalizing Sea Rescue
Court to Assess Legitimacy of Sanctions on Life-Saving Rescue Groups
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April 2, 2025
New Risks from Latest Scheme under Italy-Albania Immigration Deal
Italy Should Scrap Plan Entirely
