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Alessandro Di Battista discusses brain tumor and treatment in TV appearance

The former Five Star Movement MP said he had suffered a brain edema caused by a tumor and is improving. He credited Cuban doctors with saving his life and criticized the United States.

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What is happening

Appearing on La7’s DiMartedì, Di Battista said he was getting slightly better every day and was in good hands. He rejected the “warrior” rhetoric, saying doctors—not patients—should not give up. He also discussed Cuba and accused the United States of treating it like a “mafia” target.

Why is it on the Radar?

The appearance brought Di Battista’s health condition and his views on medical treatment in Cuba and U.S. policy toward the country back into public discussion.

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