Ex-TV showgirl's pardon at centre of widening Italian scandal
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By BBC News
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A major political controversy erupts in Italy as Nicole Minetti, a former television personality, receives a presidential pardon following her conviction for facilitating prostitution linked to the infamous "bunga bunga" gatherings at Silvio Berlusconi's residence. The pardon decision has ignited widespread debate regarding judicial independence, political favoritism, and accountability within the Italian legal system, drawing renewed international attention to the scandal.
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