The EU has moved to tighten rules on pet passports, closing a loophole that has been used by many British second-home owners since Brexit.

Italy summons Russian ambassador after TV presenter insults Meloni, Pope Leo pays tribute to Francis on first anniversary of death, and more news on Wednesday.

Italian flagship airline ITA Airways said on Tuesday it was increasing direct flights to India and Thailand this August, as the Iran war disrupts routes through the Middle East.

People passing through Italy’s airports now need to grapple with the EU’s Entry and Exit System – so what should travellers expect over the peak summer travel season?

Germany and Italy on Tuesday rebuffed calls to suspend an EU cooperation deal with Israel, despite rising anger over the war in Lebanon and the situation in the West Bank.