
Italy's 'Futuro Nazionale' Surpasses Lega in Poll for First Time
Italy's new far-right political force, Futuro Nazionale (National Future), has for the first time surpassed the more established Lega party in a YouTrend poll.
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Italy's new far-right political force, Futuro Nazionale (National Future), has for the first time surpassed the more established Lega party in a YouTrend poll.

Roberto Vannacci's new political party, 'Futuro nazionale,' is holding its constituent assembly in Rome, with the general reportedly preparing a 'counterattack' against Prime Minister Meloni.

Roberto Vannacci's Futuro Nazionale party officially gains four new deputies, with two defecting from Lega and two from Forza Italia, bringing the party's registered members to 94,000.

Former Fratelli d'Italia member, now in the mixed group Futuro Nazionale, Pozzolo, tested positive for alcohol after his SUV went off-road in Biellese, with a blood alcohol level double the legal limit.

The latest Agi/Youtrend Supermedia political polls in Italy indicate no major upheavals, with Vannacci's party, Futuro Nazionale, showing a 0.4% increase, while the center-right and broad field coalitions remain tied.

Internal tensions are growing within Italy's Futuro Nazionale party, with a power struggle emerging between Masonic factions and the Catholic far-right, as Pozzolo is named the sole northern reference.

Deputies from Futuro Nazionale have questioned Transport Minister Salvini regarding beach concessions, stating 'no to tenders, infraction is better' and demanding compensation, prioritizing Italian interests.

The Lega party is facing increasing pressure from Vannacci and the growing Futuro Nazionale party, which has now reached similar polling numbers. This situation puts the party's internal council on Zaia's vice-presidency at risk.

Futuro Nazionale, a new anti-EU and pro-Russia party led by a former general, is reportedly gaining traction in Italian polls, posing a challenge for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for a face-to-face meeting, stating he currently sees no reason for such talks. Zelenskyy interpreted Putin's response as Russia once again choosing war, while Putin also commented on Zelenskyy's Jewish heritage.

Roberto Vannacci's party, Futuro Nazionale, announced its intention to participate in the upcoming Milan municipal elections and will present its own candidate.

The latest SWG political poll before the May 24-25 municipal elections indicates that Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) is losing ground, while the Democratic Party (Pd) and Five Star Movement (M5S) are performing well, with Futuro Nazionale also growing.

Gianni Alemanno's political faction is set to merge with Roberto Vannacci's 'Futuro nazionale' at a meeting in Rome on March 31st, with Mario Adinolfi also involved in the right-wing political maneuvers.

New polls indicate that General-turned-politician Roberto Vannacci's new far-right party, National Future (FN), is polling at 5.3%, the same as the right-wing League party he recently left, with other parties also seeing shifts in support.

Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's opposition Christian Democratic Union, expressed optimism about Germany overcoming challenges but warned that an electoral victory for the far-right AfD would be a 'big bang'. His comments come amidst broader discussions on political stability and economic challenges in Germany.

Three members of Italy's Lega party, Furgiuele, Bergamini, and Pretto, are reportedly moving towards Vannacci's political faction, indicating a shift in allegiances within the right-wing political landscape. This follows other cases within Futuro Nazionale that have caused embarrassment for Vannacci.

General Roberto Vannacci, leader of Futuro Nazionale, clarified his position within the center-right, stating he does not negotiate his principles and announced a candidate for mayor in Milan.

Laura Ravetto, a prominent figure in Italy's Lega party, has left to join General Vannacci's "Futuro nazionale," marking a significant split within Salvini's party.

Denny Mendez interrupted Futuro Nazionale leader Vannacci at Sanremo, disagreeing with his comments on politics and culture, particularly regarding Salvini's remarks on Ermal Meta.