Italian premier Giorgia Meloni is being accused of contempt for the press in Italy after she spoke off-air at the White House of her aversion to the media.

A quick guide to the best events and top things to do in Rome in September, from cultural festivals and free museums to exhibitions and open-air concerts.

Italian premier Giorgia Meloni is to join European leaders at the White House on Monday for talks with Ukrainian president Zelensky and US president Trump.