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Italy fears cost of political battles Add to ...

2013 doesn't look that bright for Italy, as the country struggles with stagnant growth and as a political battle is heating up. Former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has accused outgoing PM Mario Monti of breaking his word by campaigning for a second term. Joanna Partridge asks whether Italy can afford more political turmoil