Italian Officials Weigh Early Election Threat As Leverage Before Secret Ballot

Italian government officials are weighing whether to use the threat of early elections as leverage ahead of a secret ballot. The deliberations come as the government faces a critical vote that could determine its stability.

Officials are exploring all available options to secure the necessary support, with the possibility of calling for new elections serving as a potential bargaining chip. The secret ballot is expected to test the cohesion of the ruling coalition, and the outcome could have significant implications