Italian Government Grants Citizenship to Milei Amidst Opposition Outcry

Dec 14, 2024, 08:43 AM

Argentine President Javier Milei has been granted Italian citizenship by the Italian government, a decision made during his visit to Rome to meet with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The move has sparked controversy among Italian opposition parties, who argue that it discriminates against migrants and their children born in Italy. Milei's eligibility for citizenship stems from his Italian ancestry, with his grandparents having emigrated to Argentina in the early 20th century. The Italian government expedited the citizenship process for Milei and his sister Karina, who also received Italian citizenship. This decision comes amidst Milei's efforts to strengthen ties between Argentina and Italy, highlighted by his participation in the Atreju festival organized by Meloni's Fratelli d'Italia party.