Overview
- Gianfranco Fini called his appearance a return home and said he recognizes himself in today's center-right, adding that he voted for Giorgia Meloni and would do so again.
- He labeled the dissolution of Alleanza Nazionale into the People of Freedom a grave mistake, saying he is not accustomed to being commanded.
- A packed dialogue with Francesco Rutelli revisited their 1993 duel as Fini stressed a moral duty to defend Ukraine.
- Applause filled the hall and Arianna Meloni greeted Fini with a visible embrace, while his first wife, daughter, and longtime aide attended.
- Reporters noted fresh speculation about possible political moves, including jokes about a Rome mayoral bid, though only an aide’s remark that he has an idea was offered.