Italy's Prime Minister Cracks Down on Mafia as Over 230 'Ndrangheta Members Convicted in Historic Trial, Initiates $1 Billion Stake Sale in Monte Paschi

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government is taking strong measures against mafia-related crime and illegal activities. A mass trial resulted in over 230 convictions of 'Ndrangheta members, with some receiving 30-year jail terms. The trial, one of Italy's largest, targeted the powerful and wealthy crime syndicate. The government also initiated the sale of a $1 billion stake in Monte Paschi, a long-awaited move.