Meloni's Government Becomes Italy's Longest-Lasting Since WWII

Around early September 2026, Giorgia Meloni's government became the longest-lasting in Italy since World War II, surpassing the previous record. Meloni, who has led the country for four years, has been credited with bringing political stability, and she remains popular according to polls. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi congratulated her on the achievement during a call with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, in which they also discussed the Red Sea, with el-Sisi reaffirming Egypt's rejection of attempts to militarize or internationalize the area.