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09.12.2024

The Day Fire Came to Florence While Damascus Changed Masters

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Italy for 09.12.2024.

It displays 199 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

09.12.2024The Day Fire Came to Florence While Damascus Changed Masters
The morning began with confirmation of Damascus's fall to opposition forces, with Assad receiving asylum in Moscow. Regional powers positioned themselves for the transition, while EU countries began restricting Syrian asylum applications.

At 10:15, an explosion at ENI's Calenzano fuel depot near Florence dominated coverage. Initial reports of five injuries evolved throughout the day to two confirmed deaths, 26 injuries, and three missing workers. The blast prompted highway closures and train suspensions, while authorities distributed masks to residents.

Evening coverage revealed Credit Agricole's increased stake in Banco BPM, triggering political responses about foreign control of Italian banks. The government's economic planning shifted, with proposals for expanded flat tax brackets to 35,000€ and new corporate tax incentives for employment. Meanwhile, opposition to Musk's Starlink investment emerged along political lines, reflecting ongoing tensions over technological sovereignty.
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00:38 (23:38)Grillo Out: M5S Cuts Its Roots

The newspapers report on two major developments: In Syria, Assad's arrival in Moscow is confirmed while Biden calls for accountability (Adnkronos, La Stampa, Fanpage). Simultaneously, Italian M5S movement undergoes significant internal restructuring as members vote overwhelmingly (80.56%) to eliminate Grillo's role as guarantor, with Conte declaring it a "disruptive wave" (Il Giornale, Il Fatto Quotidiano, ANSA, Corriere).
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La Stampa

Siria, così i ribelli hanno preso Damasco: l'irruzione alle 2, i soldati di Assad che cedono le armi, Al Jolani bacia la terra

All'alba di domenica 8 dicembre, dopo 7 giorni di avanzata fulminea, finiscono 53 anni di dittatura in Siria. Nella Damasco liberata spari solo in aria:┬Ā┬½Questa non ├© la rivoluzione della vendetta┬╗
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09:00 (08:00)Assad Gets Moscow Shelter, Biden Warns ISIS

The newspapers track developments following Assad's fall, with Biden warning against ISIS resurgence ahead of UN Security Council emergency meeting (Adnkronos, ANSA, Fanpage). Putin offers Assad political asylum in Moscow, where he arrived with family (Corriere, Sky TG24). Italian diplomatic concerns emerge over embassy assets in Damascus (HuffPost), while Interior Ministry warns of migration risks (Il Giornale). Israeli forces reportedly cross borders to control Mount Hermon for first time since 1973 (ANSA).
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11:17 (10:17)Gas Plant Explodes Near Florence

The newspapers report on a major gas facility explosion near Florence, with a loud blast heard across multiple municipalities and black smoke visible throughout the city (Corriere, Fanpage, Il Giornale, Sky TG24). Weather alerts in Emilia Romagna lead to evacuations and school closures (Adnkronos). On the Syrian front, reports confirm Israeli forces controlling Mount Hermon while Putin declines meeting Assad (ANSA, La Stampa).
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Sarebbe avvenuta nell'area del sito Eni. Colonna di fumo visibile anche dai comuni vicini.  Sul posto pompieri e polizia, allertate strutture per soccorsi
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11:48 (10:48)Florence's ENI Plant Goes Up In Flames

The newspapers extensively cover an explosion at an ENI facility in Calenzano, near Florence. Five people are reported seriously injured, with emergency services activated at Florence hospitals (Corriere, Il Giornale, Sky TG24). The incident led to closure of A1 highway exit and suspension of train services (ANSA, Il Fatto). Separately, HuffPost reports on airlines' reluctance to adopt green transition measures, noting lack of sustainable aviation fuel implementation plans.
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Due sono stati ricoverati in codice rosso. Chiuso il casello dell'A1 , sospesa la circolazione dei treni su linea convenzionale, regolare l'alta velocità. 'L'incendio - sa fapere l'Eni - non interessa i serbatoi del deposito'
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12:21 (11:21)Florence ENI Plant: One Dead, Seven Injured

The newspapers extensively report on a deadly explosion at an ENI facility in Calenzano, near Florence. One person died and seven were injured, with two in critical condition (Corriere, ANSA, Il Fatto, Sky TG24). The blast led to closure of A1 highway exit, suspension of conventional train services, and warnings for residents to close windows. ENI clarifies the fire hasn't reached storage tanks (ANSA, Il Sole 24 Ore).
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13:00 (12:00)Florence Plant: Two Dead, Three Missing

The newspapers extensively report on a deadly explosion at ENI's Calenzano facility near Florence, updating the death toll to two, with nine injured and three missing (Corriere, ANSA, Il Fatto, Sky TG24, Il Sole 24 Ore, Libero). Emergency measures include A1 highway exit closure, train service suspension, and distribution of masks to residents. ENI clarifies the fire hasn't reached main storage tanks (ANSA). Separately, an architect discusses Rome's cultural significance in urban development (HuffPost).
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15:01 (14:01)Florence Fuel Depot's Fatal Morning

The newspapers extensively cover the deadly explosion at ENI's Calenzano fuel depot near Florence, with updated figures showing two dead, nine injured, and three missing (Adnkronos, ANSA, Avvenire, Corriere, Fanpage, Il Giornale). Witnesses report breathing difficulties and widespread damage, with shattered windows up to a kilometer away (Il Giornale). The prosecution has opened an investigation (Fanpage), while ENI confirms the fire hasn't reached main storage tanks (ANSA). Separately, concerns emerge over French Credit Agricole's involvement in Banco BPM (HuffPost).
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Il regime siriano è stato per anni il “miglior nemico” del governo israeliano. Ma ora Netanyahu esulta e si prende i meriti dell’indebolimento dell’Iran. Il futuro a Damasco è un enigma, ma il cessate il fuoco con Hamas non più una chimera
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Riunione tecnica al Ministero. Consegnati all'Iss i campioni biologici del paziente zero di Lucca. Ci vorrà un mese per capire se si tratta di un virus noto o no. Gli esperti: "Malnutrizione e patologie note possono contribuire alla gravità della malattia". L'ipotesi di febbre emorragica o Micoplasma pneumoniae
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16:20 (15:20)Flames and Smoke: Calenzano's Black Sunday

The newspapers extensively cover the deadly explosion at ENI's Calenzano fuel depot, with confirmed figures of two dead, nine injured, and three missing (Adnkronos, ANSA, Avvenire, Corriere, Fanpage, Il Fatto, Il Sole 24 Ore). A technical investigation has been opened to determine causes, while 15 companies were evacuated. Regional trains gradually resume while high-speed lines remain unaffected. Separately, WHO considers multiple disease factors in Congo deaths (HuffPost), and US media analyzes Meloni's potential bridge role between EU and Trump (Secolo d'Italia).
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Avvenuta dopo la perdita di liquido durante il carico delle autobotti. Il Comune: 'Dal rogo non ci sono rischi per la salute '. Evacuate 15 aziende. Un testimone: 'Come una bomba'. Aperta un'inchiesta . In graduale ripresa i treni regionali
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Roma, 9 dic – Siamo nell’atto secondo dell’epoca trumpiana. Il mese che ci separa dalla rielezione di The Donald è stato così saturo da notizie, annunci e indiscrezioni sulla …
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19:06 (18:06)Calenzano's Death Toll Rises: 26 Injured

The newspapers continue reporting on the Calenzano ENI depot explosion, with updated figures of 26 injured (Corriere), while search continues for three missing workers aged 45-62 (ANSA). The explosion occurred during fuel loading operations, with 15 nearby companies evacuated. The prosecution opened an investigation (Fanpage, ANSA). Separately, Italy announces launch of public LinkedIn-style job platform SISL on December 18 (HuffPost).
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E' stato trovato in possesso di una pistola simile a quella usata per uccidere il ceo di UnitedHealthcare Brian Thompson. Con sé l'uomo aveva anche "un manifesto", una pistola con silenziatore e quattro documenti di identità falsi
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La premier ha ricevuto Salvini, Tajani, Lupi e il ministro Giorgetti: "Incontro svolto in un clima molto collaborativo". Previsti aggiustamenti su imprese, famiglie e sanità": possibile flat tax ampiata fino a 35mila euro di reddito da lavoro dipendente
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Chiacchierata con Claudio Bertolotti (Start InSight): “Si presenta come un moderato perché è quello che ci vogliamo sentir dire. In realtà guida un gruppo di tagliagole che vogliono la sharia”. Per minoranze e donne saranno guai. Più ottimista, ma non molto, Paolo Maggiolini (Cattolica e Ispi)
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Libero Quotidiano

Covid, vaccino e multe: cambia tutto, lo schiaffo al governo del lockdown

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20:20 (19:20)CEO Killer's Manuscript Found

The newspapers report on the arrest of Luigi Mangione, 26, in Pennsylvania as the suspected killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson (Adnkronos, ANSA, Corriere). The suspect was found with a silenced weapon matching the murder weapon, four fake IDs, and a manuscript. Meanwhile, discussion continues on proposed tax reforms, with potential flat tax expansion to 35,000€ income bracket (Il Giornale, Il Sole 24 Ore). The Calenzano ENI depot explosion investigation continues, with two confirmed deaths and three missing (Sky TG24, Avvenire).
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Ha 26 anni del Maryland ed è stato fermato all'interno di un McDonald's in Pennsylvania è stato trovato in possesso di una pistola simile a quella usata per uccidere il manager di UnitedHealthcare Brian Thompson il 4 dicembre. Trovato un manifesto in cui aveva scritto: 'Questi parassiti se la sono cercata'
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Ha 26 anni del Maryland ed è stato fermato all'interno di un McDonald's in Pennsylvania è stato trovato in possesso di una pistola simile a quella usata per uccidere il manager di UnitedHealthcare Brian Thompson il 4 dicembre. Trovato un manifesto in cui aveva scritto: 'Questi parassiti se la sono cercata'
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