Italy refuses to drop border checks on Spanish citizens despite Madrid's ultimatum

The Italian government has announced it will extend border controls on Spanish citizens, rejecting Madrid's ultimatum to reverse the decision. Spain has threatened retaliatory measures if Rome does not back down within days. The dispute is straining relations between the two EU member states and raises questions about Schengen free-movement rules. Italian officials declared bluntly: "We will not give in."

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