The Day Smotrich's Gaza Gold Comments Continued

Italian media opened September 18 with continued focus on Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich's controversial comments about Gaza being an "immobiliare goldmine," a narrative echoing from the previous day. This sentiment persisted throughout the morning, with numerous outlets reporting on his remarks amidst ongoing Israeli raids and bombings near hospitals in Gaza. In the late morning, the primary editorial focus shifted to the justice reform, specifically the separation of judicial careers, as the Camera approved it for the third time, leading to protests. This discussion continued into the early afternoon, alongside persistent reports on the Gaza conflict. By mid-afternoon, attention also turned to international relations, particularly Trump's visit to the UK and his expressions of disappointment with Putin, who claimed 700,000 Russian soldiers were at the front. This international focus, alongside ongoing Gaza coverage, continued into the evening.