Silvio Berlusconi, a flamboyant and controversial former Italian Prime Minister, has left a significant impact on European politics
Berlusconi was a key coalition partner in Italy's current government and was known for his populist nationalist policies.
He was the leader of the right-leaning party Forza Italia and was elected four times as Prime Minister.
Berlusconi's political career was marked by his close relationship with Russia's Vladimir Putin, his admiration for Donald Trump, and his controversial views on the judiciary and women.
Despite his rhetoric, Berlusconi's policies did not improve Italy's economy, but his influence can be seen in the rise of populist movements across Europe.
Berlusconi's political career was marked by his close relationship with Russia's Vladimir Putin, his admiration for Donald Trump, and his controversial views on the judiciary and women.
Despite his rhetoric, Berlusconi's policies did not improve Italy's economy, but his influence can be seen in the rise of populist movements across Europe.
