Berlusconi’s death sparked controversy in Italy
Berlusconi, who has been on the agenda with his controversies and statements with his political opponents throughout his life, is this time at the center of the discussions for the declaration of mourning after his death.
The declaration of national mourning for the first time for a former prime minister who died in the country provoked the reaction of some politicians.
Rosy Bindi, former chairwoman of the Democratic Party (PD), one of Berlusconi’s political rivals for a time, said: “As a believer, I wish him to rest in peace, but he is not alone, rather he is responsible for many problems he faces today. the country. It is true that it is a state ceremony, but declaring national mourning for someone like him is not an appropriate choice.” she used her statements.
PD senator Andrea Crisanti said he can understand the sadness over the death of Silvio Berlusconi, but is against practices such as state ceremonies and national mourning for the former prime minister.
Maurizio Gasparri, one of the official supporters, reacted by stating that he could not give a complete answer to these words due to the pain of losing his leader, but that they were words that offended the memory of a true statesman.
CONDITIONS CONTINUE VISITS
The family of the famous leader continues to receive condolences from state officials and associates in the village of Arcore.
Senate President Ignazio La Russa, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Matteo Salvini also paid a condolence visit in the evening.
It was seen that many people who came to the villa left flowers, scarves, jerseys and banners with expressions of love for Berlusconi.
On the other hand, preparations for Berlusconi’s funeral continue in Milan’s Duomo Cathedral, where the state ceremony will take place, and in the square in front of it. As giant screens are installed in the Duomo square, thousands of people are expected to follow the funeral from here.
Berlusconi, who died yesterday at the age of 86 at the San Raffaele Hospital in Milan, where he has been treated since June 9 with the diagnosis of chronic leukemia, will be fired tomorrow with a funeral on his last trip. (AA)