Umberto Bossi, Fiery Founder of Italian Separatist Party, Dies at 84

Umberto Bossi, the founder of Italy's separatist party, has died at the age of 84. Bossi was a charismatic populist figure who rose to prominence by advocating for the secession of Northern Italy. He channeled the discontent of the region through inflammatory speeches. Bossi's political agenda focused on regional independence and opposition to immigration. He was a key figure in Italian politics for decades, shaping the debate around regionalism and national identity.