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Alessandro Di Battista Hospitalized in Cuba in Serious Condition

Former Five Star Movement lawmaker Alessandro Di Battista was hospitalized in Santa Clara, Cuba, after reportedly suffering a severe headache and a subsequent medical episode.

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What is happening

According to reports cited by AGI, Di Battista was admitted on Friday evening while in Cuba to produce a reportage and arrived at the hospital in serious condition. The Five Star Movement expressed “great concern,” while Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said the Italian Foreign Ministry and embassy were available to assist him and his family.

Why is it on the Radar?

The hospitalization has prompted concern from the Five Star Movement and Italian authorities. The sources do not provide further details on his medical condition.

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