Energy & Infrastructure Finance: EIG led a €460m upsized structured credit facility for Aukera, converting a previously flexible tranche into a fully committed €260m Series 2 to scale battery storage and renewables across five European markets. Public Transport Digitalization: Nexi partnered with JCB and UnionPay International via Unico Campania to let riders in Naples and across Campania tap-and-go with contactless cards/smartphones for metro, funiculars and buses. Migration & Border Politics: Italy’s border checks with Spain are tied to the wider Ceuta crisis fallout, as Spain’s Sánchez faces mounting pressure and denies having evidence Morocco orchestrated the July influx. Defense & Procurement Scrutiny: Estonia’s defense minister resigned after a €70m ammunition procurement scandal involving an Italian-registered supplier later deemed a shell company, with recovery pursued via courts and arbitration. Italy’s Security Debate: A report highlights a growing divide inside Italy’s parliamentary minority over Russia—Five Star pushing negotiations while other parties warn against escalation. Cyber & Democratic Resilience: Italian Senate foreign affairs chief Stefania Craxi argues cyberattacks, disinformation and foreign interference must be treated as one threat to democracy. EU/Italy Diplomacy on Migration: Antonio Tajani met Egypt’s Sisi in Cairo to sign an agreement aimed at increasing regular migration pathways and reducing irregular arrivals. Culture & Rights: Venice Film Festival organizers faced renewed calls to fly the Palestinian flag, with Biennale leadership citing Italy’s state-recognition rules.