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Hearing for Lavitola on September 7, anticipation for Ranucci at Rai

The review will take place on September 7, with statements expected from Lavitola and decisions on Ranucci's reassignment at Rai.

25 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Lavitola will appear at the review hearing on September 7, where his lawyers announced he will make spontaneous statements. This hearing has been awaited for some time, as the statements made by Lavitola during his confession were deemed by the preliminary investigation judge (gip) as 'vague, absolutely generic, and lacking verification.'

At the same time, a decision from Rai regarding Ranucci's reassignment is anticipated, as the Report host's future remains uncertain. The issue has been at the center of internal debates within the company, with a potential removal carrying political implications, according to reports.

The case has drawn attention to several names connected to this matter, including politicians Di Majo, Di Pietro, and Natale, who have expressed concerns about the political consequences of Ranucci's situation.

Additionally, Lavitola's situation is complex, with the request for release being discussed at the same hearing on September 7, where further revelations from the former director of Avanti are expected.

Finally, the attackers who targeted Ranucci are also under scrutiny, and an investigation is underway to uncover the motive behind the raid against the host. Details from Lavitola's statements could have a significant impact on this aspect of the case.

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