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Emma Bonino Gets State Funeral After Death at 78

By Drooid · Sep 12, 2026, 6:26 AM UTC · How we work

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Emma Bonino Dies

Emma Bonino died at age 78 in Rome on September 11, 2026.
Bonino had been hospitalized earlier that week for serious respiratory difficulties.
Officials have not disclosed an official cause of death.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni posted a tribute recognizing Bonino’s influence on national life.
Bonino helped legalize abortion in 1978, legalize divorce, and served as foreign minister 2013-2014 and EU commissioner 1995-1999.

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Bonino State Funeral

The government confirmed a state funeral for Bonino, announced by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Bonino met privately with Pope Francis in November 2024 to discuss migrant rights despite their differing views.
Bonino co-founded the anti-death-penalty group Hands Off Cain, advancing global abolition campaigns.
Bonino served eight parliamentary terms, six in the Lower House and two as a senator.

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Emma Bonino Dies

Emma Bonino died at age 78 in Rome on September 11, 2026.
Bonino had been hospitalized earlier that week for serious respiratory difficulties.
Officials have not disclosed an official cause of death.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni posted a tribute recognizing Bonino’s influence on national life.
Bonino helped legalize abortion in 1978, legalize divorce, and served as foreign minister 2013-2014 and EU commissioner 1995-1999.

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