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Calenda Unveils Ukrainian Tryzub Wrist Tattoo With 'For Life' Post on X

The centrist leader's new ink fits his habit of using tattoos as political signals.

Overview

  • Carlo Calenda posted a photo of a tryzub tattoo on his wrist on X, writing “E mò ce lo siamo tatuati per la vita” and including the hashtag #slavaukraini.
  • The outlet describes the hashtag as the official salute of Ukraine’s armed forces whose wider use is considered contentious because of historical associations mentioned in the report.
  • The specific meaning of the tattoo’s design is reported as unclear, with interpretations ranging from a stylized hawk to an anchor with cross-like shapes.
  • Calenda has previously highlighted a shark tattoo he said he got while drunk before his wedding and an 'A' representing his party Azione on his other arm.
  • Uncertainty remains over a touted SPQR marking, and a prior pledge to tattoo EU stars after Azione failed to surpass 5% was not fulfilled.