Retired general Vannacci threatens Meloni's grip on power

Retired general Roberto Vannacci, known for pro-Russian and xenophobic views, is drawing support from Italians disillusioned with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's perceived liberal drift. He is attracting right-wing voters who previously backed Meloni's Brothers of Italy party. His rising popularity poses a tangible threat to Meloni's political dominance ahead of future elections.