Italian prime minister demands minister's resignation after referendum

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni demanded the resignation of a minister, identified in headlines as Santanchè, who initially resisted stepping down. The situation created a political crisis, with Meloni calling an emergency meeting and reportedly considering a rapid replacement.

Other political figures were drawn into the turmoil. Justice Minister Carlo Nordio was said to be intending to resign, and there was reported drama within the Forza Italia party involving Marina Berlusconi. The events followed a referendum defeat for the government.