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Roya News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Roya News
Italian politicians targeted in brutal media attack for Palestine support
A brutal political and media assault has been launched against Five Star Movement (M5S) MP Stefania Ascari and her political ally Alessandro Di Battista, two of Italy's most outspoken advocates for Palestinian rights. The attack is being spearheaded by Il Tempo, a right-wing newspaper, which has weaponized its front page to create a full-blown political crisis for the opposition figures. A visual bombshell was seen on the paper's Sunday cover: Headline screaming "ANTISEMITI" ("Antisemites") above a photo of Ascari and Di Battista, provocatively set against a background of six yellow Stars of David. This shocking accusation was designed for maximum impact, immediately framing the politicians with the most toxic label in European politics. Following up on the headline, the full online report laid out the detailed allegations. It claims a video from a conference in Milan links the pair to individuals believed to be "Hamas sympathizers", specifically naming Mohammad Hannoun who was sanctioned by the US Treasury Department for allegedly providing financial support to the resistance movement, Hamas. This coordinated attack appears to be a direct consequence of Ascari and Di Battista's political activism. Ascari, in particular, has a long history in parliament of condemning 'Israeli' government actions and championing the cause of Palestinian statehood. In a defiant response, Onorevole Stefania Ascari provided the following statement directly to Roya News: "Following the numerous defamatory articles published by the newspaper Il Tempo, the latest of which this morning accuses me of anti-Semitism, I have decided to file a complaint demanding that the newspaper answer for its shameful statements about me, clearly made in an attempt to undermine my commitment to fighting the genocide in Gaza. It is clear to me that these misleading attacks are part of a broader strategy aimed at discrediting those who denounce the war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by Netanyahu's terrorist and criminal government. Let me be clear: they will not stop me. I will continue to fearlessly denounce what is happening and defend human rights and the truth, against any attempt at intimidation or delegitimization." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stefania Ascari (@stefaniaascari3) The newspaper, owned by the powerful right-wing Angelucci family, has seized upon this history, launching a campaign that strategically conflates their pro-Palestinian advocacy with antisemitism and support for Hamas. This comes after years of unapologetic and high-profile advocacy for the Palestinian cause from both politicians. Stefania Ascari has repeatedly used her platform in the Italian Chamber of Deputies to make serious accusations against the 'Israeli' government, accusing it of committing "war crimes" and "genocide" in Gaza, where over 50,000 Palestinians have now been killed by 'Israel' most of whom are women and children, while calling on Italy to formally recognize the state of Palestine. Similarly, Alessandro Di Battista has made his fervent support for Palestine a cornerstone of his public identity, consistently framing the issue within a broader anti-imperialist critique of Western foreign policy in his widely followed speeches and writings.
Agriland
11-06-2025
- General
- Agriland
New varieties added to grass and clover lists for England and Wales
Two white clover, one red clover, two Italian rye-grass, and eight perennial rye-grass varieties have been added to the Recommended Grass and Clover Lists (RGCL) for England and Wales 2025/26. The new varieties have been granted provisional recommended status after they showed a clear improvement compared with the varieties already on the lists. The varieties were added to the list yesterday (Tuesday, June 10), following over six years of independent and rigorous testing at trial sites across England and Wales. The grass and clover varieties were assessed under a range of conditions, covering both conservation and simulated grazing management systems. These provisionally recommended varieties will be reassessed after five years. If they continue to perform well, they will be recommended for general use and reviewed every four years, until they are outclassed by other varieties. Forage crop specialist at the National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB), Ellie Roberts, who coordinates the RGCL trial programme on behalf of the British Society of Plant Breeders, said: 'The RGCL is a mechanism that challenges breeders to continue developing grass and clover varieties with increased forage yield potential, nutritional quality, and nitrogen use efficiency.' 'With input from seed merchants, the lists can help farmers identify the best varieties and variety mixtures for specific farming systems while considering growing conditions, animal nutritional requirements and economic efficiency.' New grass and clover varieties The new grass and clover varieties are as follows: White clover varieties: Ruru; W140140; Ruru; W140140; Red clover varieties: RGT Javva; RGT Javva; Italian rye-grass varieties: Ascari (diploid); Glacomo (diploid). Ascari (diploid); Glacomo (diploid). Intermediate perennial rye-grass varieties: Bartui (diploid); Castlewellan* (tetraploid). Bartui (diploid); Castlewellan* (tetraploid). Late perennial rye-grass varieties: AberEsk (diploid); Angorat (diploid); Frogmore (diploid); Scartorp (diploid); AberLiffey (diploid); Ardress (tetraploid). Unless stated, all varieties have been granted a provisional general use recommendation. Varieties marked with an asterisk (*) have been granted a provisional specific use recommendation. Due to seed availability, not all new additions will be widely available initially.
Leaders
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Leaders
Ascari, Italian Politician, Condemns "Criminal Will" Behind Gaza Massacres
Italian politician Stefania Ascari calls on her country to stop selling weapons to Israel for further killing and massacres in Gaza. Ascari expressed her shock at Events in Palestine: 'We have witnessed a criminal will aimed at the annihilation of the Palestinian people' In a moving speech, an Italian poltician described what she witnessed during a visit to the Rafah crossing as 'horrific,' emphasizing that what she saw and heard from her colleagues confirms the existence of a criminal will aimed at the annihilation of the Palestinian people. The politician, who has personally experienced the horrors of genocide in the past, stated that she speaks from a place of deep humanity. She added: 'Through my participation in the working group for peace between Palestine and Israel, and in collaboration with my colleagues, governmental organizations, and journalists, we have witnessed with our own eyes what can only be described as a criminal will to completely destroy the Palestinian people.' She continued: 'In the video we watched, we see mothers holding their children's hands, but they do not know that the children shown in the video no longer have hands. Their limbs have been amputated. The children there no longer have arms or hands. This is the horrific reality we are facing.' @aljazeera نائبة إيطالية: لمسنا إرادة إجرامية لإبادة الفلسطينيين #فيديو ♬ original sound – الجزيرة – الجزيرة The politician pointed out that more than 70,000 people, including children, women, and men, have been brutally killed as part of a premeditated and calculated plan, even before the events of October 7. She affirmed that these events are 'unacceptable and inhumane,' expressing her sorrow over the complete loss of humanity. In response to Trump's statements about the forced deportation of an entire people, the politician said: 'This people exists, and they must be treated with humanity and respect. What does Italy want to do? Does it want to continue selling weapons and supporting the trade of death that leads to more killing and massacres?' She also added: 'International institutions are standing idly by; they do not sign a ceasefire, do not recognize the state of Palestine, and do not support the International Criminal Court. Where are we headed? We must wake up and ask: Where is the Christian mother to come here and ask us: Does Italy want to be complicit in these crimes and genocide, or does it want to stand on the side of justice and human life?' In conclusion, Ascari called for an end to the support of the arms trade and the adoption of a humanitarian stance that supports peace and justice, emphasizing that standing against these crimes is a moral responsibility for everyone. Related Topics : France, Germany, Italy, UK Back Arab-endorsed Gaza Reconstruction Plan Green Calls for Recognition of Gaza as Integral to Palestine, Condemns Ethnic Cleansing Barrett: Ongoing Slaughter in Palestine's Gaza Constitutes 'Ethnic Cleansing' Pakistani Community Organizes Iftar Gathering, Experiences Ramadan Vibes in Saudi Arabia Short link : Post Views: 6
