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Vannacci’s 7.9% poll bid boosts Italy far-right challenge

9/9/2026

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Roberto Vannacci, former army general, appeared alone at the Ambrosetti Forum, drawing extensive press.
His poll shows 7.9% support, placing him second on the right after Giorgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy.
In February 2026 he split from Matteo Salvini’s list and founded the National Future party.
Vannacci opposes Italy’s Ukraine aid, calling it a vicious circle, and seeks limits on immigration, abortion while expanding same-sex unions.

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Story summary

Roberto Vannacci, former army general, appeared alone at the Ambrosetti Forum, drawing extensive press.
His poll shows 7.9% support, placing him second on the right after Giorgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy.
In February 2026 he split from Matteo Salvini’s list and founded the National Future party.
Vannacci opposes Italy’s Ukraine aid, calling it a vicious circle, and seeks limits on immigration, abortion while expanding same-sex unions.