Ranucci Sues Rai Over Removal as Host of 'Report'
Italian investigative journalist seeks reinstatement after state broadcaster cited his friendship with a man linked to a bombing at his home
Italian journalist Sigfrido Ranucci has filed a lawsuit against state broadcaster Rai, seeking to be reinstated as host of the investigative program "Report," according to ANSA.
Ranucci was removed from his position by Rai over his friendship with a man identified as being behind a bombing at the journalist's home, ANSA reported.
Details of the legal action, including the specific grounds cited in the lawsuit and Rai's response, were not immediately available.
Ranucci is known in Italy for his work on "Report," a long-running investigative journalism program broadcast on Rai.
Sources
- Ranucci sues Rai to get job back at helm of 'Report' — ANSA (Italy)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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