Niccolò Barca

Niccolò Barca is a freelance photojournalist based in Rome. He has written about Italian politics for The Nation, Jacobin, and Politico, among others.

Protesters occupy the tracks of Turin’s train station during the General Strike for Palestine on September 22, 2025.

How Italy’s Workers Shut Their Country Down for Gaza How Italy’s Workers Shut Their Country Down for Gaza

Hundreds of thousands blocked ports and roadways to demand an end to military collaboration with Israel.

Sep 30, 2025 / Niccolò Barca

Berlusconi

The Damage Silvio Berlusconi (1936–2023) Leaves Behind The Damage Silvio Berlusconi (1936–2023) Leaves Behind

The notorious tycoon and former Italian prime minister is gone, but his toxic legacy remains.

Jun 15, 2023 / Niccolò Barca and Tommaso Grossi

Elly Schlein, leader of Italy’s Democratic Party (PD).

Can Elly Schlein Pull Italy to the Left? Can Elly Schlein Pull Italy to the Left?

Many have dubbed the new Democratic Party leader the “Italian AOC.” Here’s why she has her work cut out for her.

Apr 17, 2023 / Niccolò Barca and Tommaso Grossi

Giuseppe Conte

Italy’s Government Completely Broke Down and Nothing Changed Italy’s Government Completely Broke Down and Nothing Changed

If you’re confused by the country’s recent shake-ups, you’re not alone.

Sep 16, 2019 / Niccolò Barca

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